Australia calls in international banana experts to aid TR4 fight

Two specialists in Panama Disease Tropical Race IV will come to Queensland to assist with the recent outbreak.

April 15 , 2015

Israel: 'Highly unusual' storms batter summer fruit crops

Severe weather 'that came out of nowhere' and damaged Israeli stonefruit and table grape production could lead to price rises.

April 15 , 2015

U.S. moves closer to easing Indian fruit import restrictions

Following the reopening of the EU market, Indian mango exporters could reportedly soon gain broader access to the U.S. as well.

April 15 , 2015

California: CCM criticizes Central Valley Project's water allocation

The California Citrus Mutual claims agriculture has taken the largest water cut out of any sector in the state.

April 14 , 2015

South Africa: Smaller citrus sizing could further impact exports, says CGA

The Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa says producers might need to hold back on some sizes if they're not 'viable with markets the way they are'.

April 14 , 2015

U.S.: Apple import permits for China expected 'in time for new harvest'

Despite China signing a deal to allow all U.S. apple imports in January, a grower body has received 'no indication' the process has moved forward.

April 14 , 2015

Peru's lemon essential oil exports see incremental growth

Demand for natural products in food and cosmetics has helped Peru's lemon essential oil exports double in five years.

April 14 , 2015

U.S.: Nature Fresh Farms begins 180-acre greenhouse project

The first tomato crop from a major greenhouse project in Ohio is expected to be harvested this December.

April 14 , 2015

Spain: Banana workers ready to strike in the Canary Islands

A Canary Islands union alleges banana growers are avoiding contract negotiations in order to hire new staff at lower wages.

April 13 , 2015

Average global produce consumption up 4% over half century

An interactive website shows Cuba leads the world in fruit consumption, while the British eat a lot more than their first world counterparts.

April 13 , 2015