South Africa expresses citrus concerns in EU trade talks

South Africa will look to address ctirus and a growing trade imbalance in talks with the European Union.

July 18 , 2013

Colombia aims to raise Tahitian lime export presence

The Colombian lime industry is undertaking measures to gain a competitive edge in export markets.

July 17 , 2013

Kenyan avocados struggle under pressure from Peru

Avocado suppliers from Kenya face a tough challenge in Europe from the large and often favored Peruvian supply.

July 15 , 2013

Text messaging keeps farmers connected across borders

WeFarm hopes to connect farmers in Africa and Latin American to a global network via text messaging.

July 08 , 2013

Goldenberry co-op formed in northern Peru

A Peruvian goldenberry grower group is striving for organic certification so it can achieve direct export sales.

July 05 , 2013

Salad bars in schools bring "empowerment" to U.S. kids

In the first of a two-part series on produce for kids, we track the Let's Move! Salad Bars 2 Schools campaign that has taken the U.S. by storm.

July 01 , 2013

U.S. Senate approves immigration, ag. labor reform

The approved U.S. Senate bill would reform the agriculture guest worker program and provide a legal path for workers.

June 28 , 2013

U.S.: Texan agriculture warns Mexico to respect water rights

If water trends with Mexico continue, researchers warn that Texan citrus production could drop to zero.

June 25 , 2013

Spanish persimmon growers win legal fight

Spain's Court of Appeals has thrown out a claim by ‘Don Simon’ juice group that the 'Persimon' fresh produce brand could confuse consumers.

June 20 , 2013

India-Iran fruit trade blossoms despite barriers

U.S.-led sanctions have not prevented a fruitful trade relationship between Iran and India.

June 18 , 2013