Countries

California: CCM urges Governor to veto 'ambiguous' groundwater legislation

The California Citrus Mutual says state groundwater management plans 'will create more problems than they solve.'
September 17 , 2014

U.K.: Tesco launches pink-fleshed 'Surprize' apple

Tesco has launched another funky apple with colorful flesh, two years after the last one.
September 17 , 2014

Chilean fruit exports take a tumble for the season

Chile saw a 11.4% reduction in fruit exports for the 2013-14 season, largely due to port strikes and frosts.
September 17 , 2014

U.S.: Limoneira legend passes away

California-based Limoneira Company has announced the death of its chairman Alan M. Teague.
September 17 , 2014

Chiquita and Fyffes seek EU merger clearance

In order to gain permission for a tie-up in the Phase I review period, Chiquita and Fyffes say they are considering offering concessions to the EU.
September 16 , 2014

Mexican officials to visit China to speed up berry export protocol

Mexico could start shipping several types of berry to China by the end of this year.
September 16 , 2014

EU to announce 'new, more targeted measures' this week

A few days after suspending aid to farmers affected by Russia's ban, the EU is set to announce its new measures.
September 16 , 2014

Citrus Australia bullish on South Korean promise

The finalization of Australia's FTA with Korea may take the pressure off other Asian citrus markets next season.
September 16 , 2014

Did someone say food fight?

Dutch revelers have pelted tomatoes at each other in a party to raise awareness about the effects of Russia's food ban.
September 16 , 2014

Spanish lemon growers to benefit from early Southern Hemisphere end

Spain's lemon season will be one of 'normality and stability' but there may be heavy Turkish competition in EU markets.
September 16 , 2014