The Ogg Blogg: Golden berries prove more than cape-able in high cuisine

It’s a functional food with a sweet but tangy flavor, eye-catching color, rich aroma and versatility in the kitchen, but what should we actually call it?

August 15 , 2017

Record sale for NZ kiwifruit orchard

Vines on the green kiwifruit property are expected to be converted to the G3 variety immediately once ownership changes hands.

August 14 , 2017

Dual citizenship puts Australian Ag Minister's public office in doubt

Barnaby Joyce's case of New Zealand citizenship will be taken to the High Court to test whether he is in breach of the constitution.

August 14 , 2017

Chile eyes cherry production in northern regions

Researchers are hoping a breeding program will help the industry to bring the start of the season forward significantly.

August 14 , 2017

Russia to ramp up year-round tomato production with major greenhouse project

One Russian produce company plans to construct another 185 hectares of greenhouses using Dutch technology.

August 14 , 2017

Peru exports more pomegranates in "healthy" season

The industry has its eyes on a Chinese market opening, which would provide big opportunities for the counter-seasonal supplier.

August 14 , 2017

New set-up to promote rail transport for South African, Zimbabwean fruit

Shipping line discussions have led to a breakthrough that could boost usage of the mode in South Africa's fruit export industry.

August 14 , 2017

HiveXchange to unlock opportunities for Aussie produce with Asian expansion

The digital wholesale market for fresh produce has opened a Hong Kong office and says it is actively recruiting commercial buyers.

August 14 , 2017

Opinion: Pros and cons of club varieties

"With over 80 apple breeding programs around the world, the branded new variety scene will become a very crowded place," says John Winton of AgFirst.

August 14 , 2017

Colombia strikes deal for U.S. avocado market access

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has brought good news to Colombian avocado growers today; something uplifting during a visit that has mostly been focused on the challenge of the Venezuelan crisis. 

August 13 , 2017