Ecuadorian state entity sees surge in banana exports

Many smallholder banana farmers in Ecuador are turning to a government agency to ship their fruit.

October 08 , 2015

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.K.: It's time for govt to wake up to 'obesity time bomb', expert warns

A professor has praised a retailer's plans to have candy-free checkouts from next year, but says the U.K. needs to learn from countries like France and Finland to cut childhood obesity.

September 29 , 2015

South Korea a 'standout success story' for South African citrus

South Africa is making the most of grapefruit market access in South Korea, leading to a boom in shipments this year.

September 28 , 2015