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IKGA calls for independent enquiry into Zespri, NZ kiwifruit regulations

A call for an enquiry into New Zealand's kiwifruit system touches on "information monopoly", grower share imbalance and UPOV.
October 29 , 2013

U.S. researchers put tomato tastes to the test

Sugar and acid ratios were key to creating tastier tomatoes in an extensive USDA study.
October 29 , 2013

Poland maintains global apple sales focus

Despite forecasts for a lower fresh apple crop this year, Poland has long-term plans to keep its output growing.
October 29 , 2013

Farmland and currency key in "unprecedented" Chinese reforms

A Chinese report has surprised many for its boldness, tackling reform issues in farmland and currency markets.
October 28 , 2013

North American produce consignment model evolving

Oppy's James Milne says the U.S. is moving to a more fixed 'European' produce sourcing model as growers seek to cut risks.
October 28 , 2013

South Africa: citrus industry welcomes black spot response

In the ongoing citrus black spot debate, the South African industry has praised a report critical of EU analysis.
October 28 , 2013

Making dragonfruit mainstream for U.S. consumers

Dragonberry Produce has ambitious goals to make Vietnamese dragonfruit an affordable 'everyday' item in the U.S.
October 28 , 2013

Chile looks back on mixed year for kiwifruit

This past year has provided plenty of ups and downs for Chilean kiwifruit producers.
October 28 , 2013

South African table grape industry highlights labor compliance

As a new season nears, the South African table grape industry emphasized respect for labor laws.
October 28 , 2013

U.S.: HLB Specialties upbeat on goldenberry import changes

HLB Specialties has reintroduced Colombian goldenberries to its U.S. portfolio with hopes cold treatment will be scrapped in 2014.
October 28 , 2013