Australian table grape harvest kicks off this week

The ATGA expects the season to be similar to last year's crop which itself was quite light.

November 08 , 2017

South Africa forecasts lower table grape crop for 2017-18

However, the first crop estimate for the upcoming season is still above the five-year average.

November 08 , 2017

British farming unions push for 15-year glyphosate renewal

The issue is due to be debated this week at a European Union standing committee meeting.

November 08 , 2017

Ecuadorian banana industry threatens protest over port rate hikes

AEBE president Eduardo Ledesma said increased charges would "practically liquidate" the El Oro banana sector.

November 08 , 2017

U.S.: NOSB votes not to ban hydroponics from organic certification

A longtime organic tomato farmer believes this could be the beginning of "divorce proceedings" between the organic movement and the USDA's National Organic Program.

November 08 , 2017

Chilean avocados to grow in volume and scope with China campaign

We catch up with two Chinese importers and the head of Chile's avocado committee to discuss the outlook and goals for the program.

November 08 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 44, 2017

The U.S. blueberry market began to stabilize in week 44, with Peruvian and Argentine fruit seeing price increases.

November 08 , 2017

First Australian blueberries hit Indian market

The fruit is now on the shelves of Kovai Pazhamudir Nilayam (KPN) Group stores.

November 07 , 2017

NZ: Serious Fraud Office closes investigation into Zespri

After a four-year investigation the SFO has cleared Zespri but the case has served as a warning for exporters to approach dual invoicing with "extreme caution".

November 07 , 2017

Armed men burn facilities at Dole Philippines banana farm, report says

The company is still reportedly validating and assessing the exact amount of damaged facilities, according to local media.

November 07 , 2017