Australia: Plants destroyed on TR4-contaminated banana farm

Some 210 plants on a Queensland banana plantation have been destroyed to try and contain Panama disease.

March 31 , 2015

U.S.: Gerawan upbeat for new crop and unfazed by exchange rates

California's largest stonefruit grower says the strong dollar is not affecting overseas demand for its upcoming crop.

March 31 , 2015

U.K.: Port expansion to make one of Europe's 'largest reefer facilities'

A £20 million refrigerated distribution center in London will have capacity for 25,000 pallets.

March 31 , 2015

International Blueberry Organization to host forum Down Under

Blueberry experts from around the globe will come to Coffs Harbour in September for a 'true blue' Aussie experience.

March 31 , 2015

Spain signs deal to open U.S. market for avocados and apricots

Spain's prioritization of new market openings means two more of the country's fruits will soon be able to reach the U.S.

March 31 , 2015

Russia trashes gray market apples

Recent photos show Russian authorities have dumped illegal fruit in landfill sites.

March 30 , 2015

U.K.: Earliest ever raspberries hit Waitrose shelves

British Summer Fruits (BSF) expects outdoor raspberry crops to be two weeks later than last year.

March 30 , 2015

NZ kiwifruit export season kicks off

Zespri's Lain Jager says New Zealand's kiwifruit volumes are set to be back to pre-Psa levels this year.

March 30 , 2015

Peru: Strong demand spurs on strawberry exports

A Peruvian industry head says improved technology could boost frozen strawberries' potential.

March 30 , 2015

U.S.: Driscoll's stands behind Sakuma Brothers Farms

Amid calls for a boycott, Driscoll's says previous union claims against a berry supplier have been resolved and it has no place intervening in labor negotiations.

March 30 , 2015