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U.S.: new strawberry variety tastier, hardier than Florida staple

A new University of Florida strawberry has shown favorable results in taste panel testing.
September 16 , 2013

U.S.: Hawaiian avocados approved for mainland sales

Foodies on the U.S. mainland are set to have another avocado variety to diversify their palates.
September 13 , 2013

Colombia: Caldas growers sign avocado export deal

A new Colombian department is ready to jump on the country's fast-moving Hass avocado export bandwagon.
September 12 , 2013

South Africa: shack walls provide source of fresh produce

Designer Stephen Lamb asks how fresh produce can be provided to South Africa's poorest populations.
September 09 , 2013

Mexico: tomato growers 'hanging by a thread', says AMHPAC

With Mexico's U.S. tomato trade vulnerable to anti-dumping measures, the industry is actively evaluating other markets.
September 06 , 2013

The 'Papple' lays roots in international orchards

A pear that looks more like an apple, the Papple is reaching growers across North America and Europe.
September 06 , 2013

South Africa: Capespan offers financing for fruit producers

South Africa's Capespan is now offering a financial alternative for fruit producers and exporters.
September 05 , 2013

Argentina: frost impacts to take toll on early blueberry volumes

The Argentinean Blueberry Committee has released its estimate for the 2013 season.
September 05 , 2013

Peru to produce six new pomegranate varieties

Peru hopes to step up its pomegranate production with six new varieties from Israel.
September 03 , 2013

Tesco lays claim to world's largest available avocado

At 2.9 lbs, South Africa's Avozilla is said to be the largest avocado on the U.K. market.
September 02 , 2013