Chinese customs links smuggling case to South American fruit

Chinese authorities have been tight-lipped amidst an investigation into fruit smuggling in Dalian, but one official has revealed a few more details about the case.

March 10 , 2015

U.K. firm develops micro-perforated lids for soft fruits

A new British innovation allows berries to breathe but also prevents contaminants from affecting the fruit.

March 10 , 2015

Chile: Smallholder apple farmer upbeat for China despite market concerns

A Chilean apple company plans to plant cherry trees to complement future online sales in China.

March 10 , 2015

U.S.: New primocane-fruiting blackberry released

The University of Arkansas has released a blackberry cultivar suitable for traveling long distances.

March 10 , 2015

U.S.: "World's largest indoor vertical farm" planned for New Jersey

AeroFarms plans to make urban farming history with a new project on a former industrial site in Newark, New Jersey.

March 09 , 2015

U.S.: Expenses squeeze Limoneira results in Q1

Higher costs offset the benefits of favorable market conditions and larger lemon volumes for Limoneira in the first quarter.

March 09 , 2015

Chile: Coquimbo fruit sector estimated to have lost US$1B to drought

An industry head as requested a series of state support measures to aid a regional industry in crisis.

March 09 , 2015

Palestine Crops upbeat for renewed veggie trade with Israel

Mohammed Zwayyed is positive about Gaza's new produce trade relationship with Israel, but expects some restrictions will remain.

March 09 , 2015

100% U.S. focus for Peruvian organic banana co-op in 2015

Peru's CEPIBO has historically sent the majority of its organic bananas to Europe, but this year the export strategy is very different.

March 09 , 2015

South Africa: DFI announces 'realistic' land reform strategy

South Africa's Deciduous Fruit Industry land reform initiative would add 1,227 new hectares of pome fruit and stonefruit over five years.

March 09 , 2015