Kenyan avocados struggle under pressure from Peru

Avocado suppliers from Kenya face a tough challenge in Europe from the large and often favored Peruvian supply.

July 15 , 2013

U.S.: proposal made for arsenic levels in apple juice

The United States Department of Agriculture seeks to set an industry standard for arsenic levels in apple juice.

July 15 , 2013

U.S.: new wild strawberry found in Oregon

The newly discovered Cascade strawberry could offer breeding and marketing potential.

July 15 , 2013

Export complications for Ecuador's banana industry

Ecuador's Eduardo Ledesma explains how customs changes and climate have hurt banana exports.

July 15 , 2013

Mexico reports boom year for avocado exports

Mexico broke its avocado export record to the United States during the last production season.

July 12 , 2013

Researchers test Chilean strawberries for market potential

Native Chilean strawberries stand out for their unique color but production still poses a challenge for the fruit.

July 12 , 2013

Australia investigates possible fruit dumping from South Africa, Italy

South African and Italian produce will be the first under investigation by Australia's new Anti-Dumping Commission.

July 12 , 2013

U.S.: improvements reported for plant protection system

Processing speed of plant protection applications in the U.S. is expected to more than double the 10-year average.

July 12 , 2013

U.K. apple sales expected to recover after down year

Despite a report showing decline in U.K. apple sales, industry sources are confident a better harvest will help the sector bounce back.

July 11 , 2013

U.S.: horticulture program trains inmates for green industry

A specialized gardening program in Utah seeks to train inmates on career possibilities in horticulture.

July 11 , 2013