Tons of ivory seized in fruit shipment

Vietnamese state media reported the tusks originated in South Africa. 

July 11 , 2017

U.S.: Frieda's gears up for Hatch chile season as popularity heats up

A representative says the foodie movement has undoubtedly driven interest in what was until recently a relatively known product outside of New Mexico.

July 11 , 2017

U.S.: Six state prosecutors seek to join lawsuit to ban chlorpyrifos

They allege EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt broke the law in March by deciding to not ban the widely used ingredient in pesticides.

July 11 , 2017

NZ Govt changes kiwifruit regulations

The changes will give Zespri more legroom for research and development while enhancing the independence of regulator KNZ.

July 10 , 2017

California Giant Berry's traceback campaign draws good shopper interest

The company has converted what was a responsive food safety program into a proactive marketing initiative.

July 10 , 2017

Australia's leading cherry exporter for sale

Reid Fruits managing director Tim Reid expects the deal to be finalized by November but won't sell unless the price is right.

July 10 , 2017

U.S.: Oceanside Pole expands Roma tomato acreage

Oppy says data shows Romas dominated the tomato category in 2016, representing almost 40% of all tomatoes sold.

July 10 , 2017

U.S.: Organic industry forms anti-fraud task force to help bolster system

The task force is one of the largest ever created by the OTA and comes after a "major vunerability in the supply chain" was revealed.

July 10 , 2017

Spain: Bayer presents new melon lines, visual harvest indicator

"It's one thing to say it and another to show it," says Bayer melon crop expert Francisco Solera.

July 10 , 2017

Australia: Hort Innovation proposes US$8.6M strategic grape investment plan

Proposed measures include retail training, improving early season fruit quality and improving the information available to growers on varieties and growing practices.

July 10 , 2017