Australia: Kalei apple scales up with trials in the EU, U.S.

An apple variety developed in Queensland has had positive consumer feedback, while for orchardists it grows well in warm climates and shows resistance to apple scab.

February 04 , 2016

Chile: Tsunami effects slash exports from Port of Coquimbo

After disaster struck a key Chilean port in September, local growers have resorted to other outlets for shipping their produce, leading to higher costs.

February 04 , 2016

U.S. retailers ready up for mango ripening projects

National Mango Board executive Manuel Michel shares some handy tips for boosting sales of the tropical fruit, and adds there is still room for new varieties from around the world.

February 04 , 2016

Russia to take fresh steps in traceability

Russia's food safety watchdog plans to implement a new barcode system to track where food comes from.

February 04 , 2016

Vegetarianism, fresh-cut in the spotlight at Fruit Logistica opener

The produce sector has been urged to capitalize on healthy lifestyle trends in Germany, where there is also a need for more fresh-cut veggie options.

February 03 , 2016

Peru: Camposol makes preserved business exit official

Camposol may have been built on its preserved vegetable business, but times have changed and it has now transferred its assets in the area to Sociedad Agrícola Virú.

February 03 , 2016

Q&A: Driscoll's applies fresh approach to ag labor relations

Soren Bjorn of Driscoll's outlines the group's labor dialogue strategy across the board, while also revealing an innovative new Fair Trade USA pilot program in Baja California.

February 03 , 2016