Apple breeding program hopes to 'refresh Canada's varietal mix'

Canada's Vineland Research and Innovation Centre is mixing traditional breeding methods with modern science.

October 06 , 2015

Trans-Pacific Partnership deal reached

One of the most significant regional trade deals in history has been agreed to by countries including the U.S., Japan and Australia.

October 05 , 2015

Chile: Fresh blueberry exports to rise by up to a fifth

The South American country's most important blueberry-growing region is set for a 35% spike in export volumes this campaign.

October 05 , 2015

Zambia green lights BayWa and Barloworld JV

German and South African multinationals hope to boost productivity on Zambian farms through a joint agricultural equipment venture.

October 02 , 2015

South African avocado access for U.S., Japan 'not too far off'

Derek Donkin believes South Africa could soon have a year-round supply of avocados, but does not expect exports to be spread over all 12-months.

October 01 , 2015

U.S.: Sun World expands international licensee list

Sun World's proprietary stonefruit varieties will now be marketed by six new partners from Israel, Australia and Chile.

September 30 , 2015

U.S.: Florida Citrus Mutual 'confident' of Oriental fruit fly containment

An industry representative says while there are good market prospects for fresh fruit, the same cannot be said for the juicing sector.

September 30 , 2015

U.S. blueberry prices stay strong despite Peruvian volume surge

A flood of Peruvian blueberries over recent weeks has failed to dampen what a Giumarra representative describes as 'skyrocketing' prices.

September 28 , 2015

U.S.: Watermelon a "foodservice powerhouse", claims NWPB

Research has shown watermelons are one of the fastest growing fruits on U.S. salad menus.

September 28 , 2015

Protocol pre-signing raises Turkey's hopes for Chinese cherry market access

The world's largest cherry-producing country is one step closer to gaining Chinese market access.

September 25 , 2015