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

Nonprofit questions Chiquita's impact on drinking water

A Washington-based nonprofit alleges Chiquita's operations have compromised Guatemalan drinking water.

December 12 , 2013

U.K. seasonal migrant scheme removal could bring "devastating impact"

England's National Farmers’ Union says removing an historic migrant worker scheme will stifle growth for the sector.

December 11 , 2013

Aussie fruit industry responds to South Korean FTA

An FTA with Korea is set to "dramatically increase" Australia's competitiveness, but much will depend on protocols and tariff reduction schedules.

December 10 , 2013

Camposol exec outlines ambitious blueberry plans

Camposol chief commercial officer Jose Antonio Gomez details what lies behind ambitions to build Peru's biggest agri-project, in blueberries.

December 09 , 2013

Ecuador begins first banana shipments to China

Agroban's Manuel Romero sees possible competitive advantages for Ecuadorian bananas in China.

December 05 , 2013

Italian fruit consultant hopes for low transport strike impact

A proposed four-day nationwide trucker strike could have effects for Italy's domestic and export fruit sales.

December 04 , 2013

Chinese apples gain market access to Chile

Three Chinese provinces have been approved to export apples to Chile.

December 03 , 2013

Dole Philippines suffers repeat rebel attack

Facilities owned by Dole Philippines have been targeted by rebels opposed to the presence of multinational companies.

December 02 , 2013