Huge step made for developing disease-resistant citrus

Researchers have analyzed citrus genomes for the first time, opening up new possibilities.

June 19 , 2014

NZ apple exporter charged over document misuse

A New Zealand apple company head could face jail as he faces charges over export scheme.

June 19 , 2014

Vietnam finds excessive pesticide traces in Chinese fruit

Pesticide residues in Chinese fruit imports have been described as "quite serious" in Vietnam.

June 19 , 2014

U.K. sensory study finds strawberries have 'happiest' association

British scientists are investigating the emotions associated with fruits, and our surroundings when we eat them.

June 19 , 2014

Opinion: what consumers can expect after the QR code

Negative experiences have turned many shoppers off QR codes, so what's next?

June 19 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 24, 2014

Not only did Chile beat Australia in the World Cup last week, but its grapes fetched higher prices in Asia.

June 18 , 2014

African taskforce reveals plans for Panama Disease TR4 fight

A taskforce workshop in Mozambique has made a 10-point plan to tackle a deadly strain of Panama Disease.

June 18 , 2014

Strong outlook for global citrus brand ClemenGold

ClemenGold will continue to open new markets this year and has new varieties in the works.

June 18 , 2014

India: child deaths not connected to litchis, says NCDC

Some Indian districts have banned litchi sales, but scientists and growers say there is no link between the fruit and an outbreak of Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES).

June 18 , 2014

Thai companies are "increasingly willing to engage", says Hall

Despite US$10 million in lawsuits hanging over his head, Andy Hall has returned to Thailand to continue working for the rights of abused migrant workers in the country's food export industries.

June 17 , 2014