U.S.: SunFed expands operations in Texas

A company executive says having operations in not just Arizona but Texas too gives a "freshness advantage" for supplying the East Coast during winter.

June 20 , 2017

Irrigation sensor tech startup to expand into Europe, U.S.

The company's co-founder says the technology means growers can monitor their fields remotely, save water, and boost quality.

June 20 , 2017

U.S. opens the door to Ecuadorian dragon fruit

The announcement was made more than a year after comments closed on a proposed rule, which had received complaints from Florida.

June 20 , 2017

Russia to import Turkish tomatoes when local stocks are low

Prior to the embargo, almost half of all tomatoes consumed in Russia came from Turkey.

June 20 , 2017

U.K.: Tesco launches 'real fruit' watermelon ice lolly

Tesco believes this is the first time a 100% fruit lolly treat has been sold on British high streets.

June 20 , 2017

Asian supermarket shares see mixed response to Amazon-Whole Foods deal

For some supermarkets in Japan, China and India the response was positive, but negative trends were seen in South Korea and Australia.

June 19 , 2017

Kanzi apple sales "significantly" expand in Spain, Far East

The trend is a reflection of both consumer demand and increased production of the Braeburn-Gala cross.

June 19 , 2017

Zespri SunGold sales to catch up with green in U.K., Ireland

The marketer is hoping future volumes of Italian-grown fruit will help plug the SunGold supply gaps in the market.

June 19 , 2017

Q&A: Impacts of Buenaventura port strike on produce trade

While the port may only represent a small portion of trade, it is vital for growers and exporters in the country's southwest.

June 19 , 2017

Supermarket shares tank after Amazon's Whole Foods game-changer

Last Friday was a great day to own shares in Whole Foods and an unfortunate day to hold stock in pretty much any other North American or even European supermarket chain.

June 19 , 2017