NZ kiwifruit grower group elects new CEO

A woman who has helped transform New Zealand's citrus industry will take a leading role at group involved with a fruit so synonymous with the country - kiwifruit. 

February 18 , 2016

Zespri makes generous pledge to Surf Life Saving New Zealand

Thanks to kiwifruit marketer Zespri, local lifeguards will receive free training in three regions of New Zealand.

February 18 , 2016

Why is Indian produce consumption so low when production is so high?

Indians are not eating as much fresh fruit and vegetables as they should be, according to a new report.

February 18 , 2016

New Zealand apple exports to exceed NZ$700M in 2016

Pipfruit NZ is not going to let China's slowing economy get in the way of a bullish outlook for exports to Asia.

February 17 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 6, 2016

Poor weather conditions on the U.S. East Coast put pressure on the market for imported peaches, nectarines and plums.

February 17 , 2016

PepsiCo and Indian state govt ink MoU to boost fruit processing

Facilities will be set up to process oranges, mangoes, pomegranates and more.

February 17 , 2016

Chile's southernmost cherries notched export surge in 2015

England has become a leading market for late season cherries grown in Chilean Patagonia.

February 17 , 2016

U.K.: Waitrose wonky veggie line launched

Waitrose has launched a misshapen seasonal vegetable range including crooked carrots, imperfect parsnips and peculiar potatoes.

February 17 , 2016

Mexico: Students produce new heat resistant papaya

A new papaya is ideal for warmer climates, tolerant to disease and can be produced year-round.

February 17 , 2016

Is 2016 shaping up to be a sweeter year for Indian mango exports?

Taking a look ahead to India’s mango season, Maharashtra crop estimates look to be around 15-20% up on last year.

February 16 , 2016