Thai companies are "increasingly willing to engage", says Hall

Despite US$10 million in lawsuits hanging over his head, Andy Hall has returned to Thailand to continue working for the rights of abused migrant workers in the country's food export industries.

June 17 , 2014

Flavor and shelf life vital to future berry growth in U.K.

Execs from Angus Soft Fruits and BerryWorld talk shop about varietal development and raising winter consumption.

June 16 , 2014

Joyvio: ready-to-eat is the next move for Chinese blueberry industry

Joyvio's Dr. Jin Xixuan looks at some of the challenges of developing ready-to-eat fruit for the Chinese market.

June 16 , 2014

U.S.: POM Wonderful responds to Supreme Court ruling against Coca Cola

A POM Wonderful spokesperson says today's legal win over Coca Cola brings greater assurances to consumers over food labeling.

June 12 , 2014

EU to allow more sovereign decisions on GMO restrictions

A European Environment Council agreement has upheld the rights of member states to ban or restrict genetically modified food crops.

June 12 , 2014

China: Tesco-CRE agreement marks strategic investment by both retailers

Retail analysts take an in-depth look at what a partnership may mean for Tesco and China Resources Enterprise.

June 12 , 2014

Modi calls for more organic India

India's PM hopes other parts of the country can emulate Sikkim, which is on track to becoming a fully organic state.

June 12 , 2014

U.S.: Asian citrus psyllid quarantine zone expands in Tulare

A citrus pest quarantine zone in California's Tulare County has expanded by 15%, with a further extension potentially on the cards.

June 11 , 2014

Calcium carbide puts stain on domestic Indian mango market

The new Indian Government has pledged to crack down on dangerous chemicals used to artificially ripen fruit.

June 10 , 2014

Mexico blocks U.S. potato imports

Mexico's SENASICA has reportedly closed the country's doors to U.S. potatoes following complaints from local growers.

June 09 , 2014