Germany: BayWa supports antitrust authorities in clearing up accusations

"Our greatest interest lies in resolving this matter completely and in punishing any misconduct to the fullest extent," said BayWa CEO Klaus Lutz.

March 06 , 2015

Israel reopens for Gaza produce imports

Israel has opened is doors to Gaza-grown produce after banning exports from the territory when Hamas took control in 2007.

March 06 , 2015

Portugal encourages investment from Chilean produce companies

On a recent visit, a Portuguese minister said Chilean fruit exporters might be able to use its 'EU gateway' Port of Sines.

March 06 , 2015

Brazil: Early 2015 rains lift Gala apple quality

Rainfall in two key Brazilian production areas from January to March is unlikely to be lower than historic averages.

March 05 , 2015

Melons from Portuguese island receive granted protected status from EU

Melons from an island in the Azores join a list of 1,200 EU products with a Protected Geographical Indication.

March 05 , 2015

Stress on young bees could explain colony collapse, U.K. study shows

Researchers say bees that are forced to forage too early in their lives put the colony at risk.

March 05 , 2015

New app aims to strengthen fruit trade relationships

A new app aims to simplify how produce sellers and buyers interact across time zones and continents.

March 05 , 2015

Belgium: Univeg to enter merger talks with Greenyard Foods, Peatinvest

A tie up of three Belgium-headquartered companies could combine sales worth in excess of €3.7 billion.

March 05 , 2015

U.S.: Giumarra bullish for Carmen pear season

Giumarra Wenatchee has seen success so far in its second year selling Chilean-grown Carmen pears.

March 05 , 2015

NZ: Fire destroys shed at Seeka packhouse

No people were injured in a "significant fire" that hit a New Zealand post-harvest facility for kiwifruit and kiwiberries.

March 04 , 2015