U.S.: Pacific Maritime Association makes "all-in" offer to ILWU

The president of the Pacific Maritime Association has said West Coast ports are "truly close to gridlock", and that the latest contract offer is "as far as we can go at this point."

February 05 , 2015

U.S.: Researchers develop 'fast, easy and accurate' citrus greening detector

A portable and inexpensive citrus greening detector developed by University of Florida scientists could soon be available to citrus growers.

February 05 , 2015

Nanotechnology to open doors for Asian mango exporters

A collaborative project funded by the International Development Research Centre has shown nanotechnology could help boost Asian mango shippers' profits by 15%.

February 04 , 2015

Total Produce buys 50% stake in Gambles Group

Total produce has expanded its North American operations with a 50% shareholding acquisition of the Canadian fresh produce company Gambles Group.

February 03 , 2015

Portugal Fresh aims to raise Rocha pear's status in Germany

Out of 83 exhibiting countries at Fruit Logistica, Portugal will have a special place this year as the event's partner country.

February 03 , 2015

Malaysian pineapple group to quadruple production

On a platform of social integration for indigenous groups, Malaysia's RIPI is ramping up pineapple cultivation at a fast pace.

February 03 , 2015

New 'Gem' pear variety jointly released in U.S.

The U.S. Agricultural Research Service and three universities have jointly released a high-yielding and fire blight-resistant pear cultivar.

February 02 , 2015

Chiquita's Colombian paramilitary payment lawsuits in the spotlight

Chiquita has accused one lawyer, whose firm has provided security to witnesses under threat in the past in other cases, of allegedly paying off witnesses. Whether this is a delay tactic or a case-changing argument is yet to be seen.

January 30 , 2015

Soriana buys Comercial Mexicana stores for US$2.6B

Organizacion Soriana has consolidated its position as one of Mexico's leading retail chains after reaching a deal to buy 160 stores from a competitor.

January 29 , 2015

Indonesia joins Asian neighbors in California apple import ban

Citing uncertainty around possible listeria outbreaks due to regional trade, the Indonesian Government has banned certain U.S. apples from the market.

January 27 , 2015