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

India: INI Farms bets on pineapples, coconuts

INI Farms has made its name in bananas and pomegranates, but now with a new packhouse set to open this month the company is trying its hand at new products.

August 03 , 2016

Profits surge at Fresh Del Monte in Q2

Higher selling prices for bananas and pineapples helped profits rise by almost half at Fresh Del Monte in the second quarter.

August 02 , 2016

How will Central Chile's glaciers respond to climate change?

A recent study suggests fruit growers in Central Chile ought to prepare for declining water availability between now and 2100.

August 02 , 2016

U.S. situation prompts more Mexican lime exports to EU, says Don Limón

Don Limón CEO Andreas Schindler discusses lime markets and better access to Mexican small growers, as well as budding sweet potato projects in Central America and West Africa.

August 02 , 2016