U.S.: Perez port meetings 'positive and productive'

The U.S. Department of Labor says Secretary Perez yesterday told both parties in the West Coast port conflict an immediate agreement was 'imperative'.

February 18 , 2015

Valfrutta aims to make Cornelio Italy's signature pepper brand

A unique pepper variety developed by Enza Zaden and grown in Sicily is on track for 12-month production and an ambitious export scheme.

February 18 , 2015

U.S.: Port of Oakland imports down 39% on 2014

The U.S. Department of Labor says Secretary Perez will today meet with both parties in the ongoing West Coast port conflict and 'urge them to resolve their dispute quickly.'

February 17 , 2015

U.S.: Fresh Del Monte back in the black

Higher selling prices and greater banana volumes helped a leading produce multinational shake off its 2013 loss to record a net income of US$142.4 million for 2014.

February 17 , 2015

China: Food smuggling case in national media spotlight

The floodgates have opened in China's crackdown on agricultural import smuggling and customs evasion, with local media reporting that 33 people have been arrested in a recent high-profile case.

February 17 , 2015

Mexico: Results "will take time" for new social responsibility alliance

AHIFORES spokesperson Mario Robles says discussions are already underway with government to implement improved company store services for workers.

February 17 , 2015

Compagnie Fruitiere to expand organic production, open new hospital

From corporate social responsibility to ships that use less fuel, a French company is developing on several fronts of its €800 million produce business.

February 17 , 2015

Early concerns ease for 2015 South African pome fruit deal

South Africa aims to ship its first apples to mainland China in March, as growers continue to seek new markets to support higher volumes in the pipeline.

February 16 , 2015

U.S.: Obama steps in to resolve West Coast port dispute

The White House is intervening in the West Coast port conflict with the aim of a quick resolution.

February 15 , 2015

USDA gives green light to GM apples

Okanagan Specialty Fruits (OSF) is one step closer to getting its genetically modified, non-browning apples on the U.S. market.

February 15 , 2015