Australian grower group hails govt policy to tackle misuse of power

Australian vegetable and potato grower body Ausveg has welcomed Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull's decision to amend the Competition and Consumer Act.

March 16 , 2016

Georges Helfer SA to import first fair trade Ivory Coast mangoes

With certifications in the works in Peru and Brazil, the Swiss importer aims to supply Europe with fair trade Kent mangoes year-round.

March 16 , 2016

Chinese suspension comes in "vintage" year for NZ kiwiberries

It is possible that much of the volume that would have gone to China will be destined for Australia, as well as other markets like Singapore, Hong Kong and the U.S.

March 14 , 2016

NZ industry takes issue with Australian produce export 'subsidies'

Two New Zealand industry leaders claim Australia is in breach of its WTO obligations by allegedly subsidizing Tasmanian freight for export.

March 14 , 2016

South African apple growers hope for rain as drought takes its toll

South Africa’s positive apple shipment forecast belies a more challenging situation with drought at home, which could get serious for next season if normal rains don’t return.

March 11 , 2016

Chile: Small growers to export locally-developed fair trade grapes

A table grape variety developed by Chile's INIA has been packed for export as fair trade produce for the British market.

March 11 , 2016

Brazil: New start-up follows global trend to promote 'ugly' food

Fruta Imperfeita sells products that have not met growers' standards due to flaws in appearance or color.

March 11 , 2016

U.S.: 'Imperfect' produce to make April debut at Whole Foods

The move comes amid debate over food waste from fruits and vegetables that don't meet aesthetic standards.

March 10 , 2016

South Korea sees record fruit imports in 2015

Avocados, mangoes, lemons, dates and grapes all saw record import volumes in the market last year.

March 10 , 2016

Belgium: Shipping container urban farms bring food closer to home

A Belgian company is using second-hand shipping containers for food production, and has opened Europe's "largest automated farm".

March 09 , 2016