Envy apples hit Chilean supermarket shelves

Agrícola San Clemente has been exporting the branded variety since last year, but now it also aims to bolster demand at home in Chile.

August 10 , 2016

Philippines: Dole banana operation shut down due to security concerns

New People's Army (NPA) rebels have attacked 18 banana container trucks this year alone.

August 09 , 2016

Canada Banana Farms plans rapid expansion

What began as therapy after a car accident has become a viable business to provide local bananas in cool climes.

August 08 , 2016

NZ: Zespri puts China-bound kiwifruit shipments on hold

Zespri expects the temporary suspension to last for around one week while it works on new protocols with MPI.

August 05 , 2016

India: INI Farms bets on pineapples, coconuts

INI Farms has made its name in bananas and pomegranates, but now with a new packhouse set to open this month the company is trying its hand at new products.

August 03 , 2016

Table grape production outlook auspicious in Peru, says Agricola Chapi exec

While last year is strong, Rafael Martín is not about to get complacent when it comes to prices in the U.S.

August 03 , 2016

China to strengthen inspections for NZ kiwifruit imports

Chinese authorities are putting in stricter measures after two shipments were found with "kiwifruit rot" last month.

August 01 , 2016

Carb substitutes: Avocado as the bread in the burger?

First it was cauliflower rice and portobello mushroom buns, but now a new foodie idea with avocados has caught the public's eye on Instagram.

July 29 , 2016

Innovation: Homegrown avocados with the AvoSeedo

Even the laziest of home gardeners will be able to produce their own avocado trees with just a pit and the help of AvoSeedo products.