Are produce price rises behind the global obesity epidemic?

A 91% increase in fruit and vegetable prices compared to other foods is driving obesity rates, according to a recent ODI report.

May 15 , 2015

Zespri provides global Psa update

Zespri's Shane Max says Japanese growers have been reluctant to report Psa out of fear their orchards will be destroyed, while French producers have seen unexpected trunking.

May 15 , 2015

'Food Revolution Day' calls G20 leaders to action

British chef Jamie Oliver believes quality food education is every child's human right and hopes to create a 'strong sustainable movement' to help reverse sky-high obesity rates.

May 14 , 2015

From Pink Globe to Pink Global: A rosy future for Chimenti

The Chilean developers of white-fleshed Pink Globe grapes are aiming to license out more than 3,500 hectares of plantings globally.

May 13 , 2015

Mexican organic producer "reforms" ex-cartel members via agriculture

A Yucatan-based company that is developing organic dragon fruit and pineapple projects is giving back to the community in a rather unique way.

May 13 , 2015

CMA CGM Group signs historic seaport development deal in Cuba

A French shipper will develop a logistics platform outside of Havana, in what has been described as the first international agreement of its kind in Cuba.

May 12 , 2015

Land reform regulation bill threatens world's second-largest banana exporter

After passing the US$1 billion mark for banana exports last year, Philippine growers could be deterred from further investment if a House Bill that threatens contract security is passed.

May 08 , 2015

Aldi Australia responds to supplier misconduct allegations

One of the retailers named in a recent Four Corners report into migrant farmworker maltreatment is currently investigating the suppliers mentioned.

May 07 , 2015

Mexican produce consumption per capita 'an eighth of Canada's'

Eric Viramontes has kicked off proceedings at this year's PMA Fresh Connections: Mexico event, hopeful the produce industry can help significantly boost fruit and vegetable consumption in the country.

May 06 , 2015

Italy: Kiku Variety Management branches out with Serbian partner

An Italian variety management company is now licensing Crimson Snow apple production to Serbian grower Agrounija.