South Africa: Maluma avocado holds up well under drought pressures

From South Africa to Australia to Peru to Israel, interest has grown worldwide for the Maluma avocado cultivar.

August 30 , 2016

Opinion: Why was the public not informed of likely Hep A exposure?

Food poisoning attorney Bill Marler asks the important questions about the handling of a recent outbreak that may be linked to Egyptian strawberries.

August 30 , 2016

Organic production to take off in Eastern Europe, says Dutch seed company

A Netherlands-based organic vegetable seed company is getting ready to add some varieties to its new bell pepper line.

August 30 , 2016

California: WGA "extremely disappointed" by Assembly's overtime bill approval

WGA has called on California Governor Jerry Brown to veto a bill that an industry-commissioned report claims could take US$4.5 billion from the state's farming economy.

August 29 , 2016

Spanish citrus season set to be early with small sizings, says importer

The head of a Belgium-based fruit importer says there is an undersupply of Valencia oranges in the European market.

August 29 , 2016

Farmfolio brings crowdfunding model to fresh produce investment

Horticulture. It's an exciting sector but not always accessible for many investors, particularly if they want an organic focus.

August 29 , 2016

U.S.: Industry may need to adapt to early seasons, says NW Cherry Growers

An industry head says growers and retailers may need to get used to greater early volumes and change their marketing strategies accordingly.

August 29 , 2016

U.S.: Californian and early Chilean avocados help overcome supply challenges

Eco Farms sales director Gahl Crane says tight supply periods from Mexico have reinforced the importance of sourcing from diverse origins.

August 29 , 2016

Vegetable consumption found to improve body odor

Australian researchers have found vegetable consumption results in more pleasant-smelling sweat, with 'floral, fruity, sweet and medicinal' qualities.

August 29 , 2016

Ausveg and PMA-ANZ to host joint event

Two of Australasia's leading produce industry groups have joined forces to combine their two conventions.

August 28 , 2016