U.K.: future checkouts take retail experience up a notch

A new technology used by Tesco in the U.K. has the potential to drastically change how consumers interact with supermarkets.

July 17 , 2014

U.S.: Wilmington port grateful to remain 'Top Banana'

Details have been revealed about Chiquita's recent lease extension at the U.S. Port of Wilmington.

July 15 , 2014

Figs running earlier than ever, says U.S. grower-shipper

From figs to persimmons to chestnuts, U.S.-based Stellar Distributing is on the hunt for new international trade deals.

July 11 , 2014

U.S.: PAC throws old avocado marketing concepts "out the door"

The Peruvian Avocado Commission aims to show leadership in revamped web design in the produce industry.

July 10 , 2014

Rival aims to shake Huizhan's hold on China's imported fruit wholesale market

First it was Longwu, then Huizhan stepped in, and now another player aims to build a project in Jiangsu north of Shanghai to "revolutionize" China's imported fruit market.

July 09 , 2014

U.S.: West Coast port talks on hold but contract temporarily resumes

The ILWU-Pacific Maritime Association contract will resume until Friday while the union attends to another unrelated negotiation.

July 08 , 2014

Chilean dried fruit theft rates hit US$1.8M so far this year

The Chilean Walnut Commission plans to crack down on a spate of high-value thefts in the industry.

July 08 , 2014

Report reveals secrets to Dutch strawberry success

Not only has Dutch strawberry cultivation increased consistently in recent years, but the share under glasshouses has ramped up dramatically.

July 08 , 2014

Hydroponic farming will flourish in the U.S., says grower

In the face of water shortages and rising fuel costs, a hydroponic grower explains why he believes the method will take off in the U.S. over the coming years.

July 07 , 2014

From the team that brought you Cripps Pink...

The department that developed Cripps Pink, sold under the brand Pink Lady, has released a new apple variety.

July 04 , 2014