India: Sahyadri Farmer Producer Company leads table grape exports

In addition to its export success, Sahyadri has also obtained exclusive production and marketing rights for India for ARRA grape varieties, said Financial Express.

July 04 , 2019

Japanese apple saplings reportedly sold illegally in China

The variety - Chiyuki - was registered in China four years ago, yet its saplings are reportedly being sold on a major Chinese online shopping site without consent of the registered rights holder.

July 04 , 2019

Swedish supermarket ICA creates buzz year-round with new fruit and veg opportunities

The cutting-edge retailer has turned produce into a destination department by pitching healthy foods during holidays such as Halloween and Easter and during big events such as the World Cup.

June 25 , 2019

China imports record banana volume

As China's domestic banana crops suffer from Panama Disease, the nation is becoming more reliant on supplies from Southeast Asia and South America.

June 24 , 2019

Colombia: Citrus crops ravaged by yellow dragon

According to Mayor Félix Fontalvo, the disease has cost two municipalities' citrus harvesters about US$36 million a day in production profits.

June 20 , 2019

Wealmoor develops plant-based snack range, targets growth for understated papaya

The move forms part of Wealmoor’s intention to gain independent recognition for its brands and the high quality, responsibly-sourced produce they represent.

June 18 , 2019

Global Grape Summit wrap-up part four: Retailing in China and the U.K. markets

This part will feature two sessions both looking at different aspects of selling grapes in two key markets - one session on e-commerce in China and another featuring a panel that discussed retail opportunities in the U.K.

June 14 , 2019

China: apple prices soar, concerning Beijing

The jump in apple prices has affected sales: between April and early June, apple sales on one delivery site fell 5.7% from the same period a year ago, according to the Chinese grocery delivery platform Dada-JD Daojia.

June 13 , 2019

Driscoll's introduces two "high-flavor" berries for summer

The company says this limited-edition collection of berries is the first in a series of the company's offerings, created by the company's own research and development team - The Joy Makers.

June 12 , 2019

U.S.: Feeding America and Collaborative for Fresh Produce team up to fight food waste

With Feeding America's investment, the Collaborative for Fresh Produce says it will partner with commercial farmers and food banks to hone a sustainable model meant to help the hungry.

June 11 , 2019