NZ apple crop 'down 6% on 2014', says Pipfruit NZ

Although a cold spring hit New Zealand's apple volumes, the warm summer has boosted quality.

February 10 , 2015

Inside one of Europe's largest banana ripening facilities

The head of a major U.K. banana ripening facility likens the business to a 'hamster wheel', and says reputations can be 'built over years and lost in days'.

February 09 , 2015

Business Social Compliance Initiative expresses 'great concern' over Andy Hall case

An organization that works with hundreds of European retailers and importers has said it's 'time for cooperation rather than litigation', in response to the charges brought against activist Andy Hall.

September 01 , 2014

Peru can 'perfectly complement' Chilean grapes, says Cilloniz

A Peruvian market consultant says his country can partner with Chile to ensure a smoother grape supply.

August 13 , 2014

Brazilian groups make US$611M bid for Chiquita

A corporate tilt from Brazil threatens to derail the proposed merger between produce giants Chiquita and Fyffes.

August 11 , 2014

Inside the world's first seedless mango

We speak with the man behind India's renowned "practically seedless" Sindhu mango.

August 04 , 2014

European banana growers respond to Ecuador-EU trade deal

European banana growers will likely seek extra funding support to cope with stronger competition from Ecuador once its tariffs are cut.

July 29 , 2014

Grape production down but quality in the clear, says Italian supplier

Nico Liturri discusses how unusual weather conditions have cut grape production estimates this year.

July 23 , 2014

Avocado and orange-colored veggie combo a boost for Vitamin A

An Ohio State University (OSU) study shows pairing avocados with orange veggies helps for Vitamin A conversion.

July 14 , 2014

Drastic fall for exports of Argentine mandarins, oranges

An Argentine citrus industry representative says growers urgently need the U.S. and Brazilian markets to be opened if they are to improve their lot.

July 02 , 2014