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U.S.: LGMA lettuce growers get head start on food safety changes
While some U.S. growers have procrastinated on FSMA compliance, California's lettuce industry is well-prepared.
March 03 , 2016
U.S.: NMB forecasts "unseasonably low" mango import volumes this month
However, record volumes are expected in the months that follow as the Mexican season gathers momentum.
March 02 , 2016
Australia: Adelaide fruit fly quarantine zone extended
The decision was made after single Mediterranean fruit flies were found in traps in Kurralta Park.
March 02 , 2016
Danish supermarket overwhelmed with demand for food past sell-by date
Danish consumers are lining up daily to shop at new supermarket WeFood, a store selling surplus food that is past its sell-by date.
March 02 , 2016
Giumarra table grape varieties make new ground in Chile
The white seedless Arra 15 variety is now grown over 500 hectares in Chile, and is achieving higher prices than last year overseas.
March 02 , 2016
Poor sleep provokes junk food cravings, U.S. study finds
Fruit and vegetable companies might want to promote better sleeping habits amongst the public, as sleepless nights give their competitors an edge.
March 02 , 2016
Venezuelan president launches urban farming scheme
As his country grapples with hyperinflation and shortages, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has announced an ambitious 100-day food production plan.
March 02 , 2016
State of the Market - Week 8, 2016
March 02 , 2016
Kenya: Land dispute case takes unfavorable turn for Del Monte
The case has been passed to Chief Justice Willy Mutunga, co-author of the essay "Exposing the Soft Belly of the Multinational Beast: The Struggle for Workers' Rights at Del Monte".
March 02 , 2016
Spain: Freeze catches almond, stonefruit growers off guard
Almond crops were affected most by the freeze, resulting in millions of euros in losses.
March 02 , 2016