World Banana Forum gears up for third global meeting

There are a number of hot topics to be discussed at the upcoming event that will be held in Switzerland.

July 28 , 2017

Tomato-rich diet halves skin cancer rates in mice, new study finds

Ohio State University researchers found that only male mice fed dehydrated red tomatoes had reductions in tumor growth.

July 28 , 2017

New acquisitions for Italy's Orsero

The major Mediterranean produce distributor has been very active since its listing on the AIM Italia stock market in February.

July 28 , 2017

Pistachio sales approaching almonds in snacking, says Wonderful exec

Wonderful Pistachios has shelled out big to achieve increased brand recognition and record market share in the category.

July 28 , 2017

Amazon ventures into Singapore with Prime Now services

Since launching in December 2014 in New York, Prime Now has expanded to more than 50 cities in nine countries including Berlin, London, Madrid, Rome and Tokyo.

July 28 , 2017

NZ: Spate of avocado theft cases in Bay of Plenty

If a shop owner knowingly has purchased stolen avocados they could potentially face up to seven years imprisonment.

July 27 , 2017

Mangoes finding their way into more U.S. foodservice menus, NMB study finds

A recent study shows the fruit is in the "proliferation stage" of the menu adoption cycle, making it a "powerful ingredient for menu innovation".

July 27 , 2017

California: Citrus greening found in Riverside County

“The discovery of this disease means all citrus trees are at risk," said the county's Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer Ruben Arroyo.

July 27 , 2017

Amazon to hire thousands of employees for U.S. fulfillment network

The company plans to make thousands of on-the-spot job offers to qualified candidates who apply on-site as part of Amazon Jobs Day.

July 27 , 2017

Watermelons feature on one in 10 U.S. menus, study finds

“The versatility of watermelon is remarkable and underutilized," says Chef Dave Woolley.

July 27 , 2017