Strategic shift starts to bear fruit for South African grapefruit

While recent droughts may have clouded the visible impact, production and marketing methods are changing for the "feast or famine" crop.

June 21 , 2017

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