U.S.: Watermelon a "foodservice powerhouse", claims NWPB

Research has shown watermelons are one of the fastest growing fruits on U.S. salad menus.

September 28 , 2015

Brazil set to open for Peruvian citrus

A Peruvian diplomat believes the country will have a good marketing window in Brazil once citrus imports are permitted.

September 28 , 2015

Mexico: Scientist uses plant hormone crystals to grow larger fruits

A process used to prepare malt for beer has been successfully applied to fruit to improve certain characteristics.

September 28 , 2015

U.S. intercepts 'immense' cocaine load in Costa Rican produce cases

A shipment of drugs worth US$6 million was described as 'cleverly stashed' in a consignment from Central America.

September 28 , 2015

U.S.: Oneonta sees heightened market for large-sized apples

Fires have burned nearly one million acres in Washington State, but apple growers are 'staying the course' to deliver quality fruit at home and abroad.

September 25 , 2015

U.S.: H-E-B to donate salad bars in Texas schools

A Texan school district outside San Antonio will now give children access to healthier lunches, thanks to a generous donation as part of the Let's Move Salad Bars to Schools campaign.

September 25 , 2015

U.K.: Fruit seller prosecuted for stocking rotting produce

South African Cripps Pink apples were among the fruit found to be in an unmarketable condition on display in a U.K. shop.

September 25 , 2015

Belgium: BelOrta boosts tomato production by 70%

A Belgian tomato cooperative is hoping to lengthen its product availability to meet the demands of European markets.

September 25 , 2015

Protocol pre-signing raises Turkey's hopes for Chinese cherry market access

The world's largest cherry-producing country is one step closer to gaining Chinese market access.

September 25 , 2015

First Peruvian blueberries take off for Canada

Peru has shipped Hass avocados and blueberries to major new markets within the space of a few weeks.

September 25 , 2015