Countries
New Zealand's avocado sales soar
New Zealand's avocado industry enjoyed record income this season and is set to remain strong.
June 10 , 2014
Calcium carbide puts stain on domestic Indian mango market
The new Indian Government has pledged to crack down on dangerous chemicals used to artificially ripen fruit.
June 10 , 2014
Mexico blocks U.S. potato imports
Mexico's SENASICA has reportedly closed the country's doors to U.S. potatoes following complaints from local growers.
June 09 , 2014
U.S.: Limoneira raises 2014 income guidance
Strong lemon prices have led Limoneira to raise its income expectations by more than half.
June 09 , 2014
EU provides assistance to Papua New Guinea producer
The EU has given a new coconut oil processing facility to a Papua New Guinea company.
June 09 , 2014
Spider venom used to make bee-friendly pesticide
A new organic pesticide developed in the U.K. shows potential to step in to the void left by an EU ban on neonicotinoids.
June 09 , 2014
Two North American blueberry companies join forces
Curry & Co and Driediger Farms have formed a partnership to give blueberry sales a lift.
June 09 , 2014
India: Bollywood star may become face of Maharashtra horticulture
After acting in more than 180 films, Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan will likely take to the stage of Maharashtra's fruit and vegetable industry.
June 06 , 2014
Italian apples shaping up well but future concerns linger
Italy's largest apple region expects yet another good season ahead but must innovate for long term prosperity.
June 06 , 2014
U.K. survey shows seasonal produce knowledge on the decline
The results of a survey into Britons' awareness of produce seasonality have been described as 'shocking'.
June 06 , 2014



