Pakistan kinnow campaign boosted by Russian market

Pakistan has been able to raise exports of Kinnow mandarins to markets ranging from Russia to Canada.

March 11 , 2015

Can Kenyan avocados outprice the competition in Hong Kong?

Terra Exports plans to raise its shipments of Kenyan avocados fifteenfold for the Hong Kong market this year.

March 11 , 2015

IG International eyes North American greenhouse acquisition

IG International is expanding its global reach with a long-term goal of bringing technical expertise and better varieties to India.

March 11 , 2015

Ecuador's fruit import tariffs to hit 45%

The world's biggest banana-exporting country is about to implement a massive tariff hike on food imports in a bid to even up its balance of payments.

March 10 , 2015

U.S.: Pink Lady to add several varieties to brand

Pink Lady-branded apples will be available earlier in the season following the inclusion of new varieties.

March 10 , 2015

Chinese customs links smuggling case to South American fruit

Chinese authorities have been tight-lipped amidst an investigation into fruit smuggling in Dalian, but one official has revealed a few more details about the case.

March 10 , 2015

U.K. firm develops micro-perforated lids for soft fruits

A new British innovation allows berries to breathe but also prevents contaminants from affecting the fruit.

March 10 , 2015

Chile: Smallholder apple farmer upbeat for China despite market concerns

A Chilean apple company plans to plant cherry trees to complement future online sales in China.

March 10 , 2015

U.S.: New primocane-fruiting blackberry released

The University of Arkansas has released a blackberry cultivar suitable for traveling long distances.

March 10 , 2015

U.S.: "World's largest indoor vertical farm" planned for New Jersey

AeroFarms plans to make urban farming history with a new project on a former industrial site in Newark, New Jersey.

March 09 , 2015