Scientists turn to caffeine in quest for 'ultimate sterile male fruit fly’

Researchers say the finding has the potential to make sterile insect technique (SIT) that focuses on Queensland fruit flies even more effective.

January 30 , 2020

Chilean cherry sales 'not significantly affected' by coronavirus, says Fedefruta

The situation in China was intensifying just as the Chinese New Year celebrations - the biggest selling period for Chilean cherries - were approaching.

January 29 , 2020

U.S.: Aldi and Publix to buy Lucky's Market stores

After Lucky's Market filed for bankruptcy, Publix said it already has contracts in place and Aldi is looking to expand, saying it is in negotiations.

January 28 , 2020

Indonesia reviews restrictions on Chinese imports amid coronavirus concerns

China is Indonesia's main source of imports and now, amid rising concerns of the coronavirus, Indonesia is evaluating next steps for import regulations.

January 28 , 2020

SNFL hails new protocol allowing direct Spain-Peru plant material shipments

Until recently, protocol-sponsor SNFL had to ship plant material between Spain and Peru via Chile, where it had to be quarantined for two years.

January 28 , 2020

Driscoll's builds stake in JV partner Costa Group

It is unknown when Driscoll's first established the stake that is just below the 5 percent "substantial shareholder" threshold, above which its holding would have to be disclosed.

January 28 , 2020

Stonefruit in Charts: Prices at the start of the import season

Over the past few weeks, stonefruit from Chile has been arriving in the U.S., this gives a first glimpse at what nectarine and peach prices look like.

January 28 , 2020