U.S. West Coast port talks take a short break

Contract negotiations for workers from 29 West Coast ports are on hold until Wednesday so the union can attend to other matters.

July 21 , 2014

First CBS interception in Europe "disappointing" for South African citrus growers

South Africa no longer has a clean sheet on citrus black spot this year, and an expert is investigating the farm in question.

July 21 , 2014

Andy Hall's prosecutor is Thai pineapple industry leader

Migrant rights defender Andy Hall has revealed a new twist in his case with Natural Fruit in Thailand.

July 21 , 2014

European Commission sets new MRL levels for two disinfectants

Fruit and vegetable packers and processors who sell their products in Europe will need to be aware of new rules for quaternary ammonium compounds.

July 21 , 2014

Organic industry reacts to comparative nutrition study

U.S. and European organic companies assess the many facets of their category and how it relates to a recent study claiming superior nutritional benefits.

July 21 , 2014

U.K. organic health study is misleading and dismisses key facts, experts say

British scientists have questioned why higher antioxidants in organic fruit should equate to public health benefits.

July 21 , 2014

U.S.: Sysco to pay US$19.4M settlement over unrefrigerated food sheds

Foodservice provider Sysco has agreed to pay damages for its prior use of noncompliant drop sites in California.

July 21 , 2014

U.S.: APHIS proposes rule to allow Chinese apple imports

A recent posting on the Federal Register puts China one step closer to gaining access to the U.S. apple market.

July 18 , 2014

U.S.: Farm Bill funding pays greater attention to organic growers

The USDA has slated a record level of funding for organic certification cost-share assistance.

July 18 , 2014

Chilean grape industry aims to rid country of Lobesia moth

The Chilean Table Grape Committee says a grapewine moth could threaten the whole national fruit industry.

July 18 , 2014