Major vertical farm operator builds productivity, scale and scope

U.S.-based AeroFarms is just starting to carry out its first sales from the largest vertical farm in the world, but it won't be the largest for very long.

January 03 , 2017

WTO rules against Indonesian food import restrictions

The announcement is a significant victory for fruit exporters around the world, including the U.S. and New Zealand which brought the complaint to the trade body.

December 23 , 2016

Australia approves field trials for Panama disease-resistant GM banana

A regulator has authorized six hectares of open field trials in the Northern Territory for a period of five years.

December 23 , 2016

Colombia's Canada-bound agri-exports up 88% since FTA

When it comes to fruit, goldenberry exporters have been some of the top beneficiaries.

December 22 , 2016

Striving for perfection: Aussie group stamps new brand across produce portfolio

We speak with Perfection Fresh CEO Michael Simonetta to see what drove a decision to change tack when it comes to the company's look and labels.

December 21 , 2016

U.S. authorities to allow Argentine lemon imports

Despite receiving its fair share of criticism from Californian industry, APHIS has made the decision to allow imports of lemons from Northwest Argentina.

December 20 , 2016

Chilean dried berry company diversifies product line to expand horizons

Chilean company Vilkun has developed its own quick freeze dried (QFD) for 100% healthy fruit snacks.

December 20 , 2016

NZ: Fruitcraft launches new "Dazzle" apple variety

Amidst a stream of new apple varieties hitting the global market in a bid to replace flagging cultivars, will Dazzle live up to its name?

December 19 , 2016

NZ: Seeka to bolster plantings of new avocado variety

An avocado variety with less alternate bearing and different harvest windows is set for growth in New Zealand over the coming years.