California Citrus Mutual welcomes Trump Administration

"He is not against trade, but he does desire better trade agreements," says Joel Nelsen.

November 15 , 2016

California: GM crop planting banned in Sonoma County

Sonoma joins five other Californian counties in banning GM crops, mostly with the purpose of avoiding contamination of organic farms.

November 15 , 2016

The Hass Horn: Mexico's internal issues a greater threat to avocados than Trump

There are numerous legal tactics to limit the impacts of any tariffs on importers, says avocado industry veteran Avi Crane.

November 15 , 2016

Could dried dragon fruit tap healthy snack trend?

Following successful trials to the U.S. last year, a Colombian company is launching its own brand for dried exotic fruit snacks.

November 14 , 2016

Colombia works to declare several avocado farms pest-free

With U.S. market access in sight, Colombian authorities are working to make as many growers eligible to export to the destination as possible.

November 14 , 2016

U.S. "absolutely key" for BanaBay positioning in 2017

After a very challenging summer for bananas, trader BanaBay is redoubling its efforts in the USA.

November 14 , 2016

South Africa forecasts rise in table grape volumes

SATI has forecast volumes to grow by 5-9% year-on-year thanks to 'an expected return to normal berry and bunch development' and increasing hectares of new cultivars.

November 11 , 2016

New study reveals potential mango role of maintaining gut health

Mango supplementation has been found to prevent the loss of beneficial gut bacteria often induced by a high-fat diet.

November 11 , 2016

Europe: EC boosts ag promotion budget to €133M

The European Commission will spend €133 million co-financing several programs next year, with many targeting China, the Middle East, North America, South-East Asia and Japan.

November 11 , 2016

Rising Peruvian blueberry supply not a problem for Chile, says Hortifrut exec

A major Chile-based multinational is forecasting exports of more than 17,000MT and 5% annual growth in the coming years.

November 11 , 2016