Countries
Citrus greening spurs carrier flies into action
The same disease that has cost the Florida citrus industry US$3.6 billion has been found to fundamentally change the behavior of insects that spread it.
August 06 , 2015
Argentina: New HLB cases found in Misiones
Citrus greening disease has been found in four urban zones in the Argentine province of Misiones this year.
August 06 , 2015
U.S.: FPAA provides tool to promote eco-friendly produce disposal
The head of the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas says sending unwanted fruit and vegetables to a food bank or composter can be good for businesses.
August 06 , 2015
Russia considers adding more countries to sanctions list
Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev has not named names, but six new nations could potentially be added to the food import ban under a new proposal.
August 05 , 2015
Australia: Methamphetamine found in Hong Kong tinned mushroom package
Six suspicious tins of mushrooms from Hong Kong were seized by Australian officials last week.
August 05 , 2015
Australia: Purple patch for blissful Tasmanian-grown potatoes
A colorful potato variety bred in Idaho has been shown to resonate with Australian consumers.
August 05 , 2015
China: Beijing's top wholesale market to slash number of sellers
Traffic congestion has led to a rethink of how Bejing's Xinfadi market will be organized, with plans to shift storage and processing facilities to new areas.
August 05 , 2015
Peruvian avocado exports experience Atlantic shift in H1
Attractive prices drew a greater share of Peruvian avocado exports to Europe in the first half of 2015.
August 05 , 2015
India: High quality apple crop expected in Himachal Pradesh
Recent good weather in a northern Indian state has apple growers optimistic about fruit sizing and color this campaign.
August 05 , 2015
U.S. tightens import requirements on Chilean fruit imports
A range of Chilean fruits from Medfly quarantine areas will now need to undergo cold treatment to access the U.S. market.
August 04 , 2015
