Argentine researchers prey on strawberry pests

With few pesticide options, Argentine researchers are using natural predators against strawberry pests.

January 03 , 2014

HK program seeks to cull GM papayas

A group of growers hope papayas will be taken off the exemption list of Hong Kong's GM release control ordinance.

January 02 , 2014

Year 2013 in Review - First Half

Chilean strikes and Dole's privatization bid were just two of the top stories in the first six months of 2013.

December 30 , 2013

NZ ozone technology takes off for apple treatment

In its early stages of development, ozone technology has shown some advantages over chemical-based apple wash.

December 20 , 2013

Australian table grapes gain access to Korean market

The Australian table grape industry expects millions of dollars worth of exports under a new Korean agreement.

December 19 , 2013

Rainforest Alliance removes certification from Honduran banana growers

Worker treatment concerns led to decertification for a group of banana farms in Honduras.

December 19 , 2013

Colombian papayas make a splash in Canada

Colombian growers have successfully shipped papayas to Canada and are working on certifications to open new markets.

December 18 , 2013

Chinese online fruit company cashes in on Singles' Day

China's Fruitday.com teamed up with TMall.com to bank in on an online sales blitz on Nov. 11.

December 17 , 2013

Getting in early: airfreight produce for "sophisticated" consumers

American Airlines' Carmen Taylor discusses new produce flight routes and the investment needed to keep perishables in top condition.

December 16 , 2013

Brazilian watermelon shows tolerance to mosaic virus

Brazil's new Explorer watermelon has shown good disease resistance, post-harvest qualities and a tasty, sweet intense red flesh.

December 13 , 2013