Mexican-U.S. produce trade rises during Trump presidency

Exports to the southern neighbor have also seen growth, but nothing like the additional US$916 million worth of fruit Mexico sent to the U.S. from January to October.

December 20 , 2017

From Granny Smiths to garlic mushrooms: Koppert's microgreens add unexpected flavors to NYPS

"Very simply, we are a mix between Willy Wonka and Indiana Jones," says the general manager of the Koppert Cress' U.S. division.

December 20 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 50, 2017

Blueberry prices were on the upswing in the U.S. in week 50 thanks to limited demand.

December 20 , 2017

Australia: Mining magnate invests in mango farming

Australia's sixth richest person is converting a cattle station into a mango orchard in what is set to be one of the largest farms for the subtropical fruit in Western Australia.

December 20 , 2017

Greenyard aims to buy Dole Food Company

Greenyard is "confident" in its ability to complete a transaction but no definitive agreement has been reached in negotiations thus far.

December 19 , 2017

U.S.: Social media a "fantastic vehicle" for consumer interaction, says Brooks Tropicals

Marketing director Mary Ostlund says that for businesses, using social media can be like "going down a black hole."

December 19 , 2017

U.S. eases produce import restrictions on Morocco, Dominican Republic

The suspensions had been implemented over the last three years as a result of Medfly detections either in the production country or in shipments.

December 19 , 2017

Opinion: Non-GMO madness

"I am not unilaterally for or against GMOs. I am in favor of knowing all the facts from both sides of the conversation and forming one’s own opinion," says Karen Caplan of Frieda's as a disclaimer.

December 19 , 2017

Brazilian mango exports surged in peak period

One of the world's top mango exporters has outdone itself this year in both sheer volume and overall value.

December 19 , 2017

Australian study finds sweet cherry consumption could aid weight loss

The head of Reid Fruits said this research is a "fantastic start" to providing proof of cherries' benefits following decades of anecdotal evidence.

December 19 , 2017