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

Argentina: Ecofrut explains fruit payment lawsuit

A large Argentine fruit company has been ordered to pay more than US$100,000 to settle a case with a grower.

June 11 , 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

U.S.: Limoneira raises 2014 income guidance

Strong lemon prices have led Limoneira to raise its income expectations by more than half.

June 09 , 2014

Spider venom used to make bee-friendly pesticide

A new organic pesticide developed in the U.K. shows potential to step in to the void left by an EU ban on neonicotinoids.

June 09 , 2014

India: Bollywood star may become face of Maharashtra horticulture

After acting in more than 180 films, Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan will likely take to the stage of Maharashtra's fruit and vegetable industry.

June 06 , 2014

Chilean fig exporter sets sights high

Hortofruticola Sudamericana says despite logistical issues, it is confident figs can follow the path of blueberries in becoming the next big superfood.

June 06 , 2014

U.S.: BrightFarms to ramp up greenhouse rollout

Capitalizing on demand for well-priced local salads, New York's BrightFarms expects a raft of new greenhouses to break ground in the next 18 months.

June 05 , 2014