Countries

'Demand it and we'll grow it': Morocco's organic conundrum

Morocco's climate is ideal for organic production of a range of fruits, but growers say a booming market for the category isn't quite there yet.
February 14 , 2014

Indian mango exporter eyes European, North American markets

New direct trade routes out of India could help Delicious Mangoes expand its focus on Europe.
February 13 , 2014

Opinion: the battle for banana livelihoods

Banana Link's Alistair Smith analyzes the pressures that are putting many growers out of business.
February 07 , 2014

Dole plans new South African grape farm acquisition

A Dole Europe subsidiary has entered an agreement to buy an early season grape farm in the Orange River region.
February 04 , 2014

Chile: San Antonio port workers get back on the job

With Chile's strikes at least hopefully suspended until May, we reveal the country's fruit exports this month in numbers.
January 29 , 2014

Dominican Republic govt aims to double fruit exports

The Dominican Republic government hopes to foster export industries for exotic fruits like guavas and starfruit.
January 29 , 2014

China facing widespread cherry shortage, says importer

Two Chinese experts explain the factors behind this year's "viral" cherry sales campaign.
January 29 , 2014

U.S.: Agricultural Act of 2014 gains support from specialty crop group

A proposed report entails a 55% investment increase in specialty crop-related initiatives and programs.
January 29 , 2014

Chilean exporters threaten legal action over port strikes

"We are very, very angry. Chile does not deserve this," says Fedefruta president Cristián Allendes.
January 28 , 2014

British GM purple tomatoes take off in Canada

A Canadian company expects strong regulatory prospects with a U.K.-developed GM purple tomato.
January 28 , 2014