U.S. authorities approve GM Fuji apple

APHIS has given the green light to Arctic Fuji apples, building on OSF's already approved non-browning varieties Arctic Granny and Arctic Golden.

September 26 , 2016

Winds destroy banana crops in Panama

One Panamanian cooperative will end up exporting a quarter of its usual volume as a result of the event.

September 26 , 2016

Greek kiwifruit growers avoid gold varieties to stay Psa-free

At Asia Fruit Logistica we caught up with growers involved with an EU-backed branding initiative that is expanding its presence in China and the UAE.

September 26 , 2016

Australia: NT mango farmer accused of underpaying workers

Some workers allegedly weren't paid at all while others are reported as receiving an equivalent of US$2 an hour.

September 26 , 2016

International Blueberry Organization announces new president

The world’s leading blueberry industry body has made changes to its board, ushering in a new era of development and collaboration for the popular fruit.

September 23 , 2016

Chile: Apple exports rise while pear shipments fall

Chile's apple shipments to the U.S. rose by more than a third this year, while pear volumes were down to numerous destinations.

September 23 , 2016

Russia bans Egyptian produce imports

Not only has Russia banned Egyptian fruit and vegetable items, but so has the North African country's southern neighbor.

September 23 , 2016

NZ: T&G gains 'unexpected insights' from Zespri MoU in Bangkok

The Thai arrangement has gone "beyond expectations" for T&G, which is now opening up an office in Tokyo to bolster its Asian in-market presence.

September 23 , 2016

Colombian mango sector must prepare for exports, says grower

A major Colombian mango company has carried out its first ever exports this year, having been focused solely on the strong domestic market for three decades.

September 22 , 2016

Passionfruit Australia aims to clear up ripeness misconceptions

The Australian passionfruit sector's marketing campaigns are targeting younger consumers, and with limited resources the big push has been in education.

September 22 , 2016