Exports drop 45% for Peruvian banana group

Disease woes look set to slash exports by 45% this year for a northern Peruvian organic banana group.

December 19 , 2014

Argentine cherries reach Hong Kong market

Argentine cherry exports have been made more viable with the help of direct flights from Patagonia to international markets.

December 19 , 2014

USDA develops colored potato varieties

Three new healthy potato cultivars with red and purple flesh are now on sale in the U.S.

December 18 , 2014

Argentine pome fruit growers forecast earlier harvest

The Williams pear harvest in parts of Argentina will likely begin around a week earlier than normal.

December 18 , 2014

U.K: Sainsbury's suppliers to be taught how to spot exploitation

A 'ground-breaking partnership' has been created between a major British retailer and a labor investigator.

December 18 , 2014

U.S.: West Coast port talks end 'not close', says employer

The Pacific Maritime Association says rumors that the negotiations are close to a final contract are not true and both sides remain apart on several issues.

December 18 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 50, 2014

Demand for medium-sized avocados was strong in the U.S. during week 50.

December 17 , 2014

Freshmax markets Love Beets in NZ

After securing national distribution rights, Freshmax NZ plans to bring Love Beets to Australia.

December 17 , 2014

U.K.: Festive season surge for organic vegetables

A major British supplier says sales of its organic broccoli are up 20% year-on-year.

December 17 , 2014

U.S.: California storms very positive but drought not over yet, says CFFA

The California Fresh Fruit Association says recent rainfall has been excellent for the industry, but it is too early to speculate on water allocation for next year.

December 17 , 2014