Today's Headline

Chilean kiwifruit volumes plummet in Japan, South Korea

Chile's Carlos Cruzat says kiwifruit marketer Zespri is testing the limits of fair competition in Japan and South Korea.
June 07 , 2013

Poland confident for 2013 blueberry crop

Polish blueberry growers predict a strong export year despite initial crop damage fears from March frosts.
June 06 , 2013

Germany: BayWa expects profit rise in 2013

Turners & Growers' German owner BayWa expects increased profits this year.
June 05 , 2013

Walmart promises full refunds on fresh produce

The United States' largest produce seller is introducing a new model to ensure quality fruit and vegetables for consumers.
June 04 , 2013

Australia: study shows how strawberries fight Fusarium wilt

It is hoped that new Australian research into Fusarium wilt will help breed more resistant strawberry varieties.
May 31 , 2013

Port of Miami investments to spark "friendly competition" for produce imports

Port of Miami director Bill Johnson discusses how a variety of infrastructure investments will bring competitive benefits to produce suppliers.
May 30 , 2013

Organic pomegranates gain ground in South Africa

South Africans are getting a lesson in how to grow and eat organic pomegranates.
May 29 , 2013

Colombian government and FARC come to ag agreement

A "critical step" has been taken by FARC and the Colombian government toward agriculture reform.
May 28 , 2013

NZ: Zespri announces record kiwifruit returns in 2012-13

Kiwifruit returns were up for Zespri's growers in 2012-13, but the costs of fighting Psa disease and a Chinese court case cut profits significantly.
May 27 , 2013

Ecuador forms fair trade export consortium for banana growers

A ProEcuador initiative will allow small banana producers to have greater market access.
May 24 , 2013