From farm to cafe: Thai grower takes coconut craze to new heights

There are few products with as much foodie currency as coconuts right now, but the challenge is serving fruit that doesn't require a machete to open.

September 16 , 2016

U.S.: Sakuma CEO reflects on union vote

"Resolution was going to be difficult, but I knew we had to find a way," said Sakuma Brothers Farms CEO Danny Weeden.

September 15 , 2016

Russia threatens ban on Egyptian citrus

It has been alleged that Russia is considering a ban on Egyptian citrus in retaliation for the African country failing to approve wheat shipments.

September 15 , 2016

Recent frosts have minimal effect on Chilean table grapes

Uvanova's Carolina Cruz says a cold start to the spring means the table grape season should not begin quite as early as previously thought.

September 15 , 2016

Vietnam edges closer to Australian dragon fruit market access

If the new export deal is accepted, shipments would likely take place between May and September.

September 14 , 2016

Bayer confirms US$66B takeover of Monsanto

After much back and forth, Monsanto and Bayer have entered into a deal that would form the world's biggest seeds and pesticides company.

September 14 , 2016

Aussie native citrus on show at Asia Fruit Logistica

Relative to its market impact, the Australia Fresh stand was buzzing at Asia Fruit Logistica with buyers interested in premium, niche and exotic products.

September 14 , 2016

U.S.: Sakuma farmworkers vote yes for union

A labor relations conflict that has lasted three years has now culminated in the endorsement of a union from workers at Sakuma Brothers Farms.

September 13 , 2016

Canada: BC blueberries prove up to the task for China-bound seafreight

Results may have been mixed for the first full season but exporters have learned important lessons for next year.

September 13 , 2016

Turkey: Alanar serves up fresh figs, cherries to Asian markets

The Turkish pavilion attracted its fair share of attention at Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong last week, particularly the stand of Yavuz Taner and his company Alanar.

September 13 , 2016