UK and EU produce companies play down short-term Brexit impacts

We speak to a British importer, a consumer insight panel, and a Dutch exporter to get their take on what Brexit could mean for produce supply and prices in the near future.

July 04 , 2016

Genuine Coconut to go global following innovation award

The company that won the 2016 Fruit Logistica Innovation Award is ramping up supplies of its organic coconut water that can be consumed directly from the shell.

July 04 , 2016

Major English apple grower explores export opportunities

An English grower that produces near one in four apples sold in the U.K. is hoping to take advantage of emerging markets and global food trends.

July 04 , 2016

Colombia makes first steps toward Chinese avocado market access

A Chinese delegation may visit Colombia by the end of the year to carry out an initial pest risk analysis for avocado imports.

July 01 , 2016

Argentine satellites to aid horticultural industry

Argentina's space agency says two microwave satellites to be launched in 2017 will help fruit and vegetable growers make key decisions.

July 01 , 2016

Indian trade group warns of Brexit risks to global economy

India's Associated Chambers of Commerce has warned against complacency following the U.K.'s decision to leave the EU.

July 01 , 2016

China: Dongfang purchases new farms for US$60M

China's second-largest citrus harvester says the aquisition of 1,200 hectares of plantations should increase revenues this year by US$4.5 million.

July 01 , 2016

Australian cherry exports soar

Australian cherry shipments to China and Hong Kong rose significantly last season, while exports resumed to the U.S. and Canada.

June 30 , 2016

Monsanto criticizes glyphosate debate as EU extends license

The European Commission has extended glyphosate's authorization for another 18 months, but Monsanto has hit back at member states' 'self-interest' in the debate.

June 30 , 2016

California sitting on more groundwater than thought, says Stanford study

While one researcher says there is 'definitely' enough extra groundwater to make a difference for California's farmers, other scientists have contested the findings.

June 30 , 2016