Costa Rica: 3.5MT of cocaine found in container loaded with banana puree

The discovery by the Drugs Control Police (PCD) was made on Monday at the APM Terminals in Moín, Limón. The container was reportedly bound for the Dutch port of Rotterdam.

March 25 , 2021

Driscoll's appoints two new members to Board of Directors

Berry company Driscoll’s has appointed two new members to its Board of Directors to bring strong brand growth expertise and a clear future-looking vision.

March 25 , 2021

Cosmic Crisp and Autumn Glory apples see strong growth

The Nielsen data for the three-month period ending on Feb. 27 showed the two varieties leading the national apple category in percentage growth for both dollars and pounds. 

March 25 , 2021

Sustainable 'Super banana' launched by Port International

Port International has announced the launch of a new 'Super banana' in Belgium that combines organic and free trade with carbon neutrality

March 24 , 2021

Indian grape exports to Europe down by 18%, but still expected to exceed previous season

Indian table grape exports to Europe have fallen by 18 percent to 74,944 metric tons (MT) this season, but there is now reported to be a "glut-like" situation in the country and a lack of storage capacity.

March 24 , 2021

Zespri announces New York office and new North America chief

New Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri has announced that it will establish a New York office and that it has appointed a new chief for North America.

March 24 , 2021

U.S. retail produce sales: Apples starting to "make power known"

The top 10 growth items in February report seven vegetables and the three fruits - berries, mandarins and apples.

March 24 , 2021

Suez Canal blocked by stranded ultra-large container ship

Egypt's Suez Canal, one of the world's most important waterways, has been blocked after an ultra-large container ship operated by Evergreen ran aground on Tuesday.

March 24 , 2021

Opinion: Unity is a necessity to achieve greater goals

Cristian Tagle, President of the Chilean Cherry Committee, says the industry must come together following an unprecedented and challenging season.

March 23 , 2021

Federal judge sides with hydroponic farmers in organic fight

The legal battle in the U.S. over whether hydroponic farms can qualify for the certified organic label appears over for now.

March 23 , 2021