EU imposes emergency control measures on South African citrus

The EU had "no choice but to impose a stricter inspection regime" on South African citrus, according to Commissioner for Health, Tonio Borg.

May 27 , 2014

Demand high, laws tightening for EU organic market

Two European organic produce experts say consumers are now more mindful of the stories behind their food, but upcoming EC regulations could make the category much tougher.

May 26 , 2014

U.S.: Mandel shares produce industry vision

Some players in the produce industry have "chosen not to innovate", but the FPAA's new chairman is still optimistic for the sector’s prospects.

May 26 , 2014

Peru: mangoes and asparagus drive Camposol profit growth in Q1

Profitability outpaced sales growth for Peru's Camposol in what was a stellar first quarter for 2014.

May 23 , 2014

U.S. cherry grower set for double last year's crop

Excellent weather has led to one northwestern U.S. fruit grower expecting a huge rise in cherry production this year.

May 21 , 2014

Chinese buyer shows keen interest in Aussie Pink Lady apples

Shanghai Supafresh's Zhang Haitong tells of her impressions from a recent visit to Australian apple orchards.

May 20 , 2014

U.S.: United Fresh CEO slams cop-out over school nutritional bill

The CEO of United Fresh has strongly criticized a bill that would allow schools to opt-out of nutritional standards for meals.

May 20 , 2014

'Let's move to the 21st century' on traceability, says Walmart Mexico rep

Industry leaders discussed the importance of PLU and DataBar technology at Fresh Connections: Mexico last week.

May 19 , 2014

Fruit and vegetables lead U.S. organic sector's sales surge

The U.S. organic market has hit new heights, reaching US$35.1 billion in sales last year.

May 15 , 2014

U.S.: Chiquita shipping operations return to the Big Easy

Chiquita's latest move is a "huge, historic win for the Port of New Orleans", according to Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal.

May 14 , 2014