PMA invites Mexican produce industry to join 'eat brighter' campaign

PMA's Nancy Tucker says the group's healthy eating initiative with Sesame Street is 'an incredible opportunity to make a difference in this world.'

May 08 , 2015

Lower German fruit prices bite into BayWa profits in Q1

Profits fell by more than half for German produce company BayWa in the first quarter but the group is optimistic for the months ahead.

May 08 , 2015

Land reform regulation bill threatens world's second-largest banana exporter

After passing the US$1 billion mark for banana exports last year, Philippine growers could be deterred from further investment if a House Bill that threatens contract security is passed.

May 08 , 2015

Aldi Australia responds to supplier misconduct allegations

One of the retailers named in a recent Four Corners report into migrant farmworker maltreatment is currently investigating the suppliers mentioned.

May 07 , 2015

Please report poor treatment and wage violations, says Citrus Australia

In the wake of the Four Corners report on some labor contractors' dodgy practices, Citrus Australia has urged people to report any incidents of abuse.

May 07 , 2015

Smooth Jazz apple transition for Europe with NZ season underway

While hailstorms have affected New Zealand's apple volumes, Enzafruit is upbeat for a positive 2015 campaign in Europe.

May 07 , 2015

Netherlands: Mini vine tomato with chocolate color goes on sale

We speak with the growers of an organic, chocolate-colored tomato now marketed by Dutch company Eosta.

May 07 , 2015

U.S. cherries in top shape for Memorial Day and July 4 sales, says Stemilt

With a long cherry season ahead, Stemilt Growers gives the lowdown on what retailers can expect through to September.

May 07 , 2015

Russia blocks large Polish apple shipment in transit from Belarus

Blocked produce shipments close to the 200MT mark are fast becoming the norm for Russia's agricultural watchdog.

May 07 , 2015

Mexican produce consumption per capita 'an eighth of Canada's'

Eric Viramontes has kicked off proceedings at this year's PMA Fresh Connections: Mexico event, hopeful the produce industry can help significantly boost fruit and vegetable consumption in the country.

May 06 , 2015