Philippine banana sector calls for more action against disease

Disease has led to more low-quality Philippine banana shipments, participants heard at a recent export congress.

September 10 , 2013

Malaysia: new facility to boost fruit import trade, claims Chop Tong Guan

A recent Asia Fruit Award winner discusses the key fruits that are making ground in the Malaysian market.

September 10 , 2013

Bayer CropScience announces major sales, investment goals

Bayer CropScience is planning a US$500 million herbicide plant, which is its biggest single construction project to date.

September 09 , 2013

Fyffes improves year-end expectations

Fyffes reported strong growth for bananas and melons in the first half, as well as supply stability for pineapples.

September 06 , 2013

Acquisitions, eurozone sales boost Total Produce profitability in H1

The U.K. was Total Produce's only market that didn't record a rise in profits for the first half of 2013.

September 04 , 2013

Spanish union calls out non-payment for citrus

Spain's La Unió de Llauradors has accused buyers of withholding payment for citrus from Valencia.

September 04 , 2013

Blueberries may decrease diabetes risk

Researchers have connected greater blueberry, grape and apple consumption to decreased type 2 diabetes risk.

September 02 , 2013

Tesco lays claim to world's largest available avocado

At 2.9 lbs, South Africa's Avozilla is said to be the largest avocado on the U.K. market.

September 02 , 2013

Blueberry magazine to connect international supply chain

Our next international special edition will provide the opportunity to connect with the global blueberry industry.

September 02 , 2013

Sierra Leone looks to become West Africa's ethical option

With a new marketing board, Sierra Leone hopes to set its agricultural exports apart in Europe and the U.S.

August 27 , 2013