South Africa: Oriental fruit flies detected in Western Cape

This is the first time that the pest has had to be eradicated in the Western Cape, but a Hortgro representative says control efforts in other regions have been successful.

February 19 , 2018

Exchange rate challenge hits Italian grape exporter in the U.K. market

"We can't resist for another season. People in the U.K. need to understand that Europe is full of retailers," says Domenico Liturri of specialty grape company Agricoper.

February 19 , 2018

Q&A: Total Produce chief sees "exciting times" ahead with Dole deal

"Ultimately, you don’t necessarily need to control 100% of an organization from day one to start planning cooperation," says Total Produce chief executive Rory Byrne.

February 16 , 2018

South Africa in line for record citrus crop

Expectations come despite drought impacts but exporters will still have to contend with new EU regulations and a challenging exchange rate.

February 15 , 2018

Costa Rican Congress opens investigation into alleged organic pineapple fraud

Organic grower organization Canagro believes the allegations will implicate various members of the private and public sectors.

February 14 , 2018

U.S.: Georgia companies merge to create 'largest peach and pecan operation'

The consolidated operation will pack peaches under the Lane Southern Orchards label.

February 13 , 2018

Nestlé acquires majority stake in world's largest golden berry buyer

Nestlé, one of the world's largest food companies, says the move widens its presence in a fast-growing category.

February 13 , 2018

U.S.: Congress approves Florida ag disaster package

Citrus growers are expected to receive around a third of the US$2.4 billion that will be made in direct payments to Florida producers who’ve suffered hurricane-related crop losses last year.

February 12 , 2018

Coconut chips the toast of Berlin

A local Berlin company with Thai roots has won the popular vote for this year's Fruit Logistica Innovation Award.

February 09 , 2018

VOG expects "very early end" to European apple deal

The group said the situation "could represent an opportunity for foreign apple producers to reclaim some of the market share they have lost in recent years."