NZ: future in doubt for recent Zespri kiwifruit variety

A golden Zespri kiwifruit variety marketed as Charm has been shriveling up on supermarket shelves.

August 06 , 2014

Coca Cola untaps US$5B for African investments

Fruit farmers in Kenya, Nigeria and Malawi are expected to benefit from Coca Cola's expansive 'Source Africa' initiative.

August 06 , 2014

China 'does not have a good cold chain network', says importer

A Hong Kong importer says good shelf life is key for produce in China due to limited cold chain capabilities.

August 06 , 2014

China re-opens market to California citrus

After a 15-month absence, California's citrus industry can once again ship its fruit to China.

August 05 , 2014

Opinion: midsummer fresh blueberry review in North America

Following a recent interview, Fall Creek's Cort Brazelton takes an in-depth look at the North American blueberry deal.

August 05 , 2014

U.K.: The Co-operative offloads farms for £249M

A British charity has paid a substantial sum for a consumer cooperative's farms, covering 15,997 hectares of land as well as facilities and properties.

August 05 , 2014

Chinese inspectors visit Spanish stonefruit fields

Spanish plums, peaches and possibly grapes are under review for potential export to China.

August 05 , 2014

Polish talks address compensation over Russian produce ban

The Polish Government estimates losses from Russia's produce embargo could amount to €500 million.

August 05 , 2014

Inside the world's first seedless mango

We speak with the man behind India's renowned "practically seedless" Sindhu mango.

August 04 , 2014

Canadian researchers address changing population habits with new funds

Ontario researchers aim to cater to growing Asian populations at home by cultivating more 'exotic' vegetables.

August 04 , 2014