U.S.: California pomegranates set for another early start

A representative of Ruby Fresh says the strong U.S. dollar will likely reduce exports, but believes strong domestic demand can absorb volume.

August 28 , 2015

Spain: Adverse weather sends Valencia persimmon estimate down

Although Valencia's persimmon crop is now expected to be 10% down on previous estimates, farmers are on the whole gearing up for a good season.

August 28 , 2015

U.S.: Matson Fruit receives accolades for energy saving initiatives

Matson Fruit was one of three Yakima businesses to be recently awarded the 'wattsmart® Business Partner of the Year' from Pacific Power.

August 28 , 2015

U.S.: Dole exec puts island mansion on the market for US$25M

Before he was ordered by a Delaware court to pay millions in damages over Dole's privatization, C. Michael Carter was selling a 'labor of love' home that took 16 years to build.

August 27 , 2015

U.S.: Two Dole execs ordered to pay US$148M for fraud

A stockholder litigation against Dole over the company's privatization in 2013 has been successful, with CEO David Murdock and COO C. Michael Carter ordered to pay more than US$148 million.

August 27 , 2015

Fyffes sees strong performance across the board in H1

Several factors helped offset the effects of challenging exchange rates for the Irish multinational during the first half of the year.

August 27 , 2015

Colombia: Health benefits make yacón a winner for Ova Organic

A tuber but sweet, almost like a melon when eaten raw, the yacón fruit is making an impression on consumers both for its taste and health benefits for diabetics.

August 27 , 2015

NZ: Scales Corp profit rises 59% in H1

Profits have surged for the owner of New Zealand's largest vertically integrated apple business, with support from increased export volumes.

August 26 , 2015

Monsanto pulls out of Syngenta bid

While Monsanto still believes a tie up with a Swiss agri-business company would have been beneficial for all, it said there had been no 'constructive engagement.'

August 26 , 2015

Russia: Magnit notches profit spike in H1 despite food import embargo

Russia's leading food retailer has recorded impressive financial results despite the import embargo and challenging economic conditions.

August 26 , 2015