Editor's Choice

Can Colombia prove golden berries are not a Medfly host?

U.S.-bound exports could grow significantly if a research project between ICA and APHIS pays off.
July 19 , 2016

Mexico: Could jackfruit prove a snack for all trades?

Jackfruit has taken off as a vegetarian alternative to meat in the U.S. but the crop is barely known south of the border where much of the fruit is sourced.
July 05 , 2016

South African venture to ignite dragon fruit industry with trademark cultivars

Having registered the country's first dragon fruit cultivars, a nursery owner now plans to release plant material for 1,000 hectares of production to licensed growers.
June 20 , 2016

Brazil to allow Chilean kiwifruit imports without fumigation

It's been seven years in the making, but may have come a bit too late to be of use this season.
June 02 , 2016

Oxfam report takes aim at Ecuadorian, Costa Rican tropical fruit industries

The report "Sweet Fruit, Bitter Truth" has sparked conflict between Oxfam's German arm and the Rainforest Alliance.
June 02 , 2016

Opportunities bubbling for Champagne grape exports

Not to be confused with the sparkling wine, Champagne grapes have been overflowing with interest over the last decade.
June 02 , 2016

Russia eases ban on frozen, dried imports for baby food

The government made the decision in a bid to spur manufacturing in the domestic baby food sector.
June 01 , 2016

Polish blueberry growers eye Asian markets as harvests loom

Polish blueberries have had to overcome late frosts and sub-zero temperatures of May, but Polskie Jagody is optimistic for the season ahead.
June 01 , 2016

Jungmeyer: "We need to have trade with Mexico"

FPAA president Lance Jungmeyer discusses the importance of new infrastructure and the Nogales produce industry's apprehension at what Donald Trump's policies might be if elected.
May 17 , 2016

NZ horticultural exports hit record in 2015

Cherries, avocados, kiwifruit, apples and wine were key drivers of a rise in shipments to NZ$4.3 billion last year.
May 02 , 2016