U.S.: Dandrea Produce launches new clementine brand

Amid drought concerns over California fruit, an East Coast importer believes the new 'Clementeenies' brand of Moroccan citrus will help reach a greater segment

December 15 , 2015

Chile: ASOEX releases cherry export estimate

ASOEX president Ronald Bown says rains and frosts have dealt a "big blow" to Chilean cherry growers this year, particularly for those with smaller operations.

December 14 , 2015

U.S.: AeroFarms secures US$20M investment

The company behind the world's largest vertical farm project says it took out an additional 30,000 sqft of space in New Jersey last summer to meet soaring demand.

December 14 , 2015

Complicated permits, exchange rates hold back Venezuelan fruit imports

While a recent election result brings Venezuela one step closer to solving dire socioeconomic problems, the country is still far from becoming the fruit import destination it once was.

December 14 , 2015

U.S.: DuPont and Dow to merge in "game-changing" deal

The tie-up of two leading chemical companies is expected to create a combined market share of around US$130 billion.

December 11 , 2015

Organic produce delivery service opens doors for Colombian growers

Sourced by hundreds of smallholder farms, a Colombian food company is skirting traditional sales channels at home and making progress in exports.

December 10 , 2015

Litigation settled in Dole buyout case

Dole shareholders could reportedly soon receive more than US$400 million in payments, after investors and the CEO agreed to settle over the 2013 privatization.

December 10 , 2015

Dumping claims prompt Mexican investigation into U.S. apple imports

Mexican federal authorities are investigating allegations the U.S. has been dumping apples in the market and colluding with importers.

December 10 , 2015

Russian produce prices could rise by a quarter after Turkish ban, says EBRD

The EBRD estimates Turkish tomato, onion, grape and cucumber growers will take the brunt of the ban's impact.

December 08 , 2015

First phase complete for pioneering subaquatic veggie project

The team behind the underwater horticultural biosphere project 'Nemo's Garden' is looking to expand in more Italian locations.

December 07 , 2015