Early U.S. apple season an "advantage" with excellent crop

We speak with Washington State apple growers to hear their views on the current season and key trends in the sector.

August 11 , 2016

U.S.: "Deep end" dive pays off for South American pomegranates at Ruby Fresh

Now with Peru about to be in the mix, Ruby Fresh can almost "close the loop" for a year-round pomegranate program, while weather conditions mean the local Californian crop is looking up this year too.

August 10 , 2016

Chilean volume influx puts North American citrus market under pressure

An earlier South American crop may make the market a bit short on soft citrus in the last two weeks of August.

August 09 , 2016

Canada Banana Farms plans rapid expansion

What began as therapy after a car accident has become a viable business to provide local bananas in cool climes.

August 08 , 2016

Brazil's fruit export deal in numbers

Brazil's lime and orange exports to Europe have shot up this year while apple shipments have plummeted.

August 08 , 2016

U.S.: CDC links Salmonella outbreak to alfalfa sprouts

The CDC reported 30 people have been infected with Salmonella in nine states, with a Colorado operation as a likely source.

August 05 , 2016

Positive forecast for Washington State apple crop

The state's production will be higher this year but still down on the record 2014 crop.

August 05 , 2016

Could alcohol-free blueberry-blackberry wine help diabetes sufferers?

University of Illinois scientist Elvira de Mejia says winemakers could harness the opportunities presented by these anthocyanin-rich berries.

August 05 , 2016

WAPA releases European pome fruit forecast

While apple and pear production is set to be down this season club variety volumes are forecast to rise 14%.

August 04 , 2016

Italy: Jingold goes beyond gold kiwifruit

Jingold director Alessandro Fornari discusses the introduction of three new kiwifruit varieties in Italy, as well as giving his thoughts on the upcoming season.

August 04 , 2016