U.S.: New strawberry variety released by USDA

The new variety, which has high sweetness and moderate tartness, is good for growers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern parts of the U.S.

December 09 , 2019

Apeel avocados debut in Europe through Nature's Pride

Apeel avocados rolled-out in stores in Europe, this demonstrates Europe's "commitment to addressing our planet’s massive food waste crisis," said Apeel CEO.

December 09 , 2019

Spanish mangoes: Lower production, adapting to competitive market

Meanwhile, the Spanish mango industry expects to see growth in upcoming years as its new trees come into harvest.

December 09 , 2019

Robinson Fresh aims to solve key challenge and drive sales with innovative avocado packaging

The company's VP of Global Sourcing speaks about a trial of new avocado packaging that provides pieces of fruit at different stages of ripeness.

December 06 , 2019

Kenyan avocado exports face difficulties with new China access

Six months after Kenyan avocados got access to China, some are criticizing the deal as only one in 100 farmers was approved through China's strict protocol.

December 02 , 2019

Biman Bangladesh airlines looks to restart fruit, vegetable export flights

Following a ban in 2016 that caused the carrier to halt fruit and vegetable exports to Europe, Biman Bangladesh announces a plan to start shipping soon.

November 28 , 2019

U.S.: Dave Wilson Nursery acquires Fredriks Nursery

Dave Wilson Nursery said the move will provide growth for its potted tree division by expanding climate controlled greenhouses.

November 26 , 2019

BayWa sees success in first year of UAE tomato greenhouse project

BayWa's project to grow tomatoes in the UAE is assessed as a positive learning process that reinforces its confidence in greenhouses after a year of growth.

November 25 , 2019

Walmart Chile requests state protection to prevent further damage to stores

Walmart Chile says that 34 of its Lider supermarket stores have been set on fire over recent weeks, with half of them completely lost.

November 19 , 2019

Ancient Aztec farming technique could aid urban ag, study finds

"Today, many cities face very similar challenges as Mexico City did 700 years ago," says the author of study on the modern relevance of an Ancient Aztec farming technique.

November 19 , 2019