Opinion: Why bother planting breadfruit trees? Pt. 2

In part two of four, Michael McLaughlin of the Trees That Feed Foundation explains how and why more than 100,000 tree have been planted despite the fact that the fruit doesn't produce fertile seeds.

February 21 , 2017

Weather to result in fewer Argentine lemons and later start date

The head of Argentina's Fedecitrus says he is unconcerned about the recent stay that was announced on lemon market access by U.S. authorities.

February 21 , 2017

U.S.: Rains may hinder California strawberry volumes but will boost quality, says rep

The world's largest strawberry-growing region has seen its production rise over recent years despite falling acreage.

February 20 , 2017

BanaBay buoyant for 2017 as it eyes breaking into the U.S.

BananBay's Mark O'Sullivan tells us about the company's avocado expansion, branded plantain crisps from Ecuador and breaking into U.S. market.

February 20 , 2017

Peru: Early season avocados to ramp up in 2017, says ProHass president

Exponential growth in avocado production out of Peru is no secret in the global produce industry, but a wider supply window may start to be felt this upcoming season.

February 20 , 2017

"Huge scope" for India to increase produce supply into Europe

A representative from an Indian agricultural promotion group says the country needs to focus on areas like post-harvesting and logistics.

February 20 , 2017

China: Joy Wing Mau acquires stake in Shennong Variety Management

Joy Wing Mau continues on the minority acquisition path, this time in China with a major fruit variety breeder.

February 17 , 2017

NZ: Zespri still can't keep up with SunGold demand

Zespri COO Simon Limmer discusses the drivers behind a new Italian licensing deal and market expectations for 2017.

February 17 , 2017

Irish High Court gives final green light to Fyffes' takeover by Sumitomo

As Fyffes announces it will delist its shares from the Dublin stock exchange next week, it's also gearing up to face an ETI disciplinary committee over worker abuse allegations.

February 17 , 2017

Opinion: Best practices for achieving premium IQF banana

Carmen Popescu says banana is a difficult product, mainly because of its sticky texture and high amount of natural sugars.

February 17 , 2017