U.S. compost guidance changes could put organic sector in "chaos"

A legal challenge threatens to put the organic industry, both local growers and foreign suppliers, in deep compost.

May 16 , 2016

U.S.: Will Chiquita Brands leave New Orleans?

Almost two years after the multinational announced its move to the Big Easy, it has been speculated the arrangement may change.

May 13 , 2016

KNZ knocks back collaborative marketing proposals

The kiwifruit export regulator has reiterated its reasons following calls for consideration from the High Court.

May 13 , 2016

PMA, United Fresh to expand Joint Committee on Responsible Labor Practices

The boards of both groups believe the issue is a "critical discussion" the industry needs to have.

May 13 , 2016

Russia: Speculation mounts over more bans on Turkish fruit

A Rosselkhoznadzor representative has told Interfax the agency plans to ban imports of Turkish lemons, grapefruit and squash.

May 12 , 2016

Peru gets closer to U.S. asparagus market access without fumigation

A recent ministerial visit appears to have borne fruit for market access arrangements surrounding asparagus and blueberries.

May 12 , 2016

U.K.: Tesco spreads the love for avocado with butter alternative

Avocados are becoming so popular in the U.K. that Tesco has launched a spreadable version of the fruit as a healthier substitute for butter.

May 11 , 2016

Peru on high alert for HLB

The insect that spreads citrus greening has been found near the northern border with Ecuador.

May 10 , 2016

U.S.: HLB reports ongoing Brazilian papaya shortages

Unprecedented drought conditions in the state of Espirito Santo have caused the shortage which is expected to last through July.

May 10 , 2016

Colombia: Cauca group to send first avocados to Europe

With GlobalG.A.P certification now under its belt, CaucaHass S.A.T. will very soon be in a position to ship its fruit to the EU.

May 09 , 2016