Mexican mango exports jump 10%

The Mexican mango industry is currently gearing up for the next season, set to kick off in January.

December 04 , 2015

Could pineapples' drought-tolerant genes be applied in other crops?

As climate change challenges persist, a Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center study into pineapple photosynthesis may have practical applications.

December 04 , 2015

Mexico eyes Chinese banana market access

The head of Mexico's SAGARPA is set to embark on a trade visit to China, where a range of topics will be discussed.

December 04 , 2015

Chile edges closer to exporting nectarines and in-shell walnuts to China

Chile is set to gain permission to ship in-shell walnuts to China 'within the coming weeks'.

December 04 , 2015

Canadian nursery brings new honeyberry varieties to world stage

One industry representative believes a fruit produced by the blue honeysuckle bush has US$1 billion worth of market potential.

December 04 , 2015

Chile: Valparaiso region declared fruit fly-free

Around a week after the northern Coquimbo region was declared free of the pest, Valparaiso has followed suit to help Chile regain its fruit fly-free status.

December 03 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 48, 2015

The first Chilean grapes of the season arrived in the U.S. market in week 48.

December 03 , 2015

Cost-effective Australian trap shows success attracting female fruit flies

"If you can catch one female fruit fly at the start of the season you’ve effectively removed one million flies in that season," says Bio Trap owner Colin Bain.

December 03 , 2015

COP21: Ecocert Group urges organic farming focus in climate change talks

Ecocert's president says adopting sustainable practices is vital for creating growth that's compatible with our ecosystem.

December 03 , 2015

U.K.: Sirane to open Mexican factory in 2016

A British manufacturer with a range of absorbent pads for fruit plans to open a new factory in Guadalajara.

December 03 , 2015