Australia: Berries proving to be source of competition

The Australian fruit-farm owner, Vitalharvest Freehold Trust has received 16 separate bids from two buyers, Roc Partners and Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets.

May 28 , 2021

Avocado compound could improve leukemia treatment - study

The compound had previously been researched for its potential in diabetes prevention and weight management, now researchers see a potential usage in leukemia patients.

May 28 , 2021

Naturipe Farms: "In order to be around for so long, you have to be sustainable"

Naturipe Farms continues to focus its efforts on preserving the environment and working with nature to create a future for farmers as their livelihood depends on the land.

May 28 , 2021

Zespri reports record kiwifruit season

The kiwifruit company reported record global sales revenue for its 2020-21 season, with increases in per-tray returns across all categories.

May 28 , 2021

U.S.: Berries drive 8 percent rise in Q1 fruit imports

In fresh, blueberries, strawberries and raspberries all saw gains of around a quarter, but two of the biggest fruit import categories - avocados and bananas - both saw declines.

May 28 , 2021

Bayer sees drop in shares amid ongoing weedkiller cases

Bayer shares dropped as much as five percent yesterday after a U.S. judge rejected its plan to try and limit the cost of future class action claims that its Roundup weedkiller causes cancer.

May 28 , 2021

Freshfel Europe urges MEPs to remember Russian embargo impact

In an open communication, Freshfel Europe urged the European Parliament to not forget the strong and ongoing impact of the now seven-year Russian embargo on the fresh fruits and vegetable sector.

May 27 , 2021

IMO's new CO2 rules to "disproportionately" affect reefer transport

If a ship needs to use power and thus fuel to keep temperatures down, efficiency will also drop causing the CO2 accounts to look poor in comparison.

May 27 , 2021

California cautioned against spreading deadly citrus pest and disease

Agricultural officials are cautioning Californians when traveling over fear that a dangerous pest and its subsequent disease will be spread in the coming summer months amid increased travel.

May 27 , 2021

Australian farmers dumping tons of citrus fruit due to labor shortages

Hundreds of tons of Australian citrus fruit are reportedly being dumped due to labor shortages and a lack of demand at supermarkets.

May 27 , 2021