Today's Headline
Mission Produce to open four new avocado ripening centers worldwide
During Fruit Logistica in Berlin, company executives discussed market development and their take on Latin American trade issues.
February 13 , 2017
Lett-uce celebrate again: Rijk Zwaan wins Fruit Logistica Innovation Award
A lettuce variety with delayed pinking narrowly beat out cracking nuts from the Philippines to win the prestigious award.
February 10 , 2017
Bayer launches new snacking cucumber brand
Bayer hopes to make its mark on the growing convenience foods market with the new snacking vegetable brand 'Minigustos'.
February 10 , 2017
South African farmer develops 'Tree Hog' unit for more efficient irrigation
Could a simple injection molded plastic unit be a lifesaver for farmers struggling under the ongoing drought?
February 09 , 2017
Berlin airport strikes disrupt Fruit Logistica arrivals
Strikes over wage negotiations at two Berlin airports have led to flight cancellations and delays today.
February 08 , 2017
Chilean nectarines finally get green light for exports to China
An Asoex head says half of Chile's total nectarine exports next season will likely go to the Chinese market.
February 08 , 2017
Germans increase fruit and veg spending
Amid cold weather and shortages right now in Europe, Fruit Logistica has kicked off in Berlin with one very encouraging statistic.
February 07 , 2017
Fyffes receives European clearance for Sumitomo deal
Regulators concluded the merger raises "no competition concerns because the companies' activities do not overlap in the European Economic Area."
February 06 , 2017
Peru: Talsa's first commercial blueberry shipment to China due for arrival
One of the Peru's leading growers has attached a specifical significance to the up-and-coming market of China.
February 06 , 2017
Japan: Dole’s new “BanaPen” draws consumer interest
The last year’s been busy for Dole Japan, with the launch of a “low-Brix” banana and an inkless pen to write messages on the fruit.
February 03 , 2017
