Spanish lemon season to be turning point in non-EU exports

With production set to see a sharp rise during the 2018-19 season, the industry has its sights set on markets in the Americas and Asia.

September 05 , 2018

U.S.: "The time for organic kiwifruit is now," says Oppy

Zespri's North American sales and marketing partner says organic green and SunGold from New Zealand will be available for the next few months.

September 04 , 2018

Start-ups in the spotlight at Future Food-Tech 2018

September 04 , 2018

New crop Stokes Purple sweet potatoes are ready for the holidays

September 04 , 2018

USDA launches trade mitigation programs

The Agricultural Marketing Service will purchase products over four quarters from Oct. 1, 2018.

September 04 , 2018

Australia welcomes FTA with Indonesia

Carrots and potatoes are two vegetable items expected to benefit most from the deal.

September 04 , 2018

U.S.: Mission Produce opens Oregon ripening and distribution center

The 58,000-square-feet facility expands the major avocado company's capabilities in the Pacific-Northwest.

September 04 , 2018

Climate change could lead to more, hungrier crop-eating insects

A team led by scientists at the University of Washington reports that the number of insects in today’s temperate, crop-growing regions will rise along with temperatures.

September 04 , 2018

Chinese banana grower urges caution on Cambodian plantation investments

The Chinese market opened up to Cambodia bananas last month, creating enticing opportunities for investors.

September 04 , 2018

Peru seeks to export to niche markets through banana diversification

Peru is hoping to import banana plants from Brazil, where a different varietal subgroup is predominant.

September 04 , 2018