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Early U.S. apple season an "advantage" with excellent crop

We speak with Washington State apple growers to hear their views on the current season and key trends in the sector.
August 11 , 2016

Aussie group markets pineapples as winter immune booster

One innovation has also been to sell the fruit without its crown, or "topless", as a ripe and ready everyday staple in full swing for the peak season.
August 10 , 2016

U.S.: "Deep end" dive pays off for South American pomegranates at Ruby Fresh

Now with Peru about to be in the mix, Ruby Fresh can almost "close the loop" for a year-round pomegranate program, while weather conditions mean the local Californian crop is looking up this year too.
August 10 , 2016

Eosta fruit brand launches new wrapper to raise awareness about insects

Children are already responding well to a new fruit wrap that can be adjusted to become a bug toy.
August 10 , 2016

Poland: Galster bolsters apple production to meet overseas demand

While European apple markets may have been under pressure, Polish grower Galster has cause for optimism, particularly now that the Chinese market will be open for exports this year.
August 09 , 2016

Canada Banana Farms plans rapid expansion

What began as therapy after a car accident has become a viable business to provide local bananas in cool climes.
August 08 , 2016

Russia destroys 7,282MT of banned food imports

Rosselkhoznadzor has released figures relating to its sanctioned foodstuff destruction policy for the past 12 months.
August 08 , 2016

NZ: Zespri puts China-bound kiwifruit shipments on hold

Zespri expects the temporary suspension to last for around one week while it works on new protocols with MPI.
August 05 , 2016

Could alcohol-free blueberry-blackberry wine help diabetes sufferers?

University of Illinois scientist Elvira de Mejia says winemakers could harness the opportunities presented by these anthocyanin-rich berries.
August 05 , 2016

How will Central Chile's glaciers respond to climate change?

A recent study suggests fruit growers in Central Chile ought to prepare for declining water availability between now and 2100.
August 02 , 2016