Opinion: Will 2016 be the year of the citrus?

Frieda’s Specialty Produce CEO Karen Caplan says it looks like the 'ruby red' tides of grapefruit consumption are beginning to change in the U.S.

November 27 , 2015

Queensland fruit fly found in Western Australia

Six Queensland fruit fly have been found in Western Australia in recent days, meaning the country now has just two states that are free of the pest.

November 27 , 2015

"Unpredictable" whether Russia will ban Turkish produce imports, says Koziy

A Russian produce consultant believes the country would struggle to fill the supply gap left by Turkey in the event of an import ban.

November 27 , 2015

Q&A: Zespri eyes more Chinese kiwifruit production deals like Shaanxi MoU

Zespri COO Simon Limmer discusses kiwifruit production plans in China, where market growth is both an "amazing opportunity and a slightly ominous threat".

November 26 , 2015

Peruvian grape deal takes off in North America

El Niño's effects on northern Peruvian grapes may only extend to the latest varieties, says a Capespan exec who is also taking a cautious approach to the Chilean campaign.

November 26 , 2015

Australian institute to offer citrus diploma

Australia's Sunraysia Institute of TAFE aims to one day roll out its two-year citrus diploma nationally to help drive the industry.

November 26 , 2015

Indian apple state imports NZ rootstocks

An official from India's Himachal Pradesh region says New Zealand will play an 'important role' in rejuvenating its apple orchards.

November 26 , 2015

Editorial: What if Russia blocks Turkish food imports too?

After the downing of a Russian military aircraft this week on the Syrian border, a key lawmaker is calling to cut economic and diplomatic ties with Turkey.

November 25 , 2015

Canada: From kale to okra, more items approach mainstay basket

It's been "business as usual" at Gambles Group since Total Produce bought a 50% share, but that also implies adapting to change.

November 25 , 2015

Israeli biopesticide group plans Wall Street listing

A few months after Stockton received Chinese financial backing in return for a majority stake, the group is preparing for some changes.

November 25 , 2015