INI Farms aims to change perceptions of Indian bananas

With branded product, an Indian company has a long-term goal to rival banana suppliers from Latin America and the Philippines.

June 03 , 2014

U.S.: Calavo profits triple in Q2

Avocados continue to be a safe bet on Wall Street, with Calavo shares rising 6.78% on a recent results announcement.

June 02 , 2014

Chile: information platform aims for early ag disease prediction

With support from a Silicon Valley company and the Chilean Government, three young entrepreneurs have created a device for real time orchard monitoring with the goal of mitigating plant disease effects.

May 30 , 2014

U.K.: FPC slams 'fortress Europe' approach to plant safety

FPC chief executive Nigel Jenney says the European Commission ignored recommendations from its own experts in the way it tightened rules for South African citrus imports.

May 29 , 2014

NZ sends first Enza Red kiwifruit to China

A Shanghai Zelun Trading rep is positive about the launch of Enza Red kiwifruit today, and discusses other T&G-owned fruit varieties on their way to China.

May 28 , 2014

EU imposes emergency control measures on South African citrus

The EU had "no choice but to impose a stricter inspection regime" on South African citrus, according to Commissioner for Health, Tonio Borg.

May 27 , 2014

U.S. rep bids to inspire apple and cherry consumption in Mexico

A U.S. marketing group is encouraging Mexican consumers to snack on apples with lime, chili and salt flavorings during the World Cup.

May 27 , 2014

Demand high, laws tightening for EU organic market

Two European organic produce experts say consumers are now more mindful of the stories behind their food, but upcoming EC regulations could make the category much tougher.

May 26 , 2014

Peru: mangoes and asparagus drive Camposol profit growth in Q1

Profitability outpaced sales growth for Peru's Camposol in what was a stellar first quarter for 2014.

May 23 , 2014

India set for bountiful litchi harvest

The last time India had a bumper litchi crop, growers were able to export the excess to Europe and the Middle East.

May 21 , 2014