Australia: Queensland grower raises alarm over Tahitian lime import proposals

A local grower is concerned about potential threats from pests and oversupply, but the draft review downplays any significant expected volume from the countries concerned.

July 03 , 2017

Fairtrade Foundation applauds duty-free commitment for poorest countries post-Brexit

The organization has however raised concerns over the absence of Kenya in the announcement.

July 03 , 2017

Ecuador next in line for Hass avocado boom

Wedged between avocado powerhouse Peru and up-and-comer Colombia, one wonders why Ecuador hasn't capitalized sooner on the lucrative crop.

July 03 , 2017

The Packaging Pitch: Learning from dog food wellness marketing

What’s the difference between health and wellness? While the words seem similar, the difference is actually substantial.

July 03 , 2017

U.S.: Strong outlook for Central Valley grapes as harvests get underway

A representative of California's fruit grower body says it's smiles all round for table grape and stonefruit growers this season, with the winter rains providing everyone with a lift.

July 03 , 2017

Nicaraguan banana exporter enjoys switch from U.S. to EU

The change has been quite abrupt, as grower-exporters like Caipsa look to aggressively expand what to date has been a fairly niche industry.

July 03 , 2017

Spanish berry growers put domestic market in the crosshairs

The head of Freshuelva says that in general strawberry prices this season have been slightly higher than last year.

July 03 , 2017

California authorizes state funds to help stop citrus greening

The CCM's Joel Nelsen says HLB is spreading at an "alarming rate" and the additional US$10 million in funding will "provide critically needed resources".

June 30 , 2017

“Neonicotinoids harm bees”, extensive pan-European study finds

The latest study was designed "to reflect the real world due to its size and scope" and can therefore help to explain the "inconsistencies" of past research results.

June 30 , 2017

California: UFW releases catchy cumbia jingle to advise on worker rights

With concerns over what Federal Government actions might mean for immigrant farmworkers, the union UFW has provided an upbeat informative message.

June 30 , 2017