U.S.: Locus AG "reinvents" local probiotic fermentation process to boost soil health, crop yields

The company believes growers may be able to use its products in the battle against citrus greening disease.

March 28 , 2018

Filter developed to double bananas' 'green life'

The filter is a breathable material that is placed with the bananas before shipment to alter the environment they’re transported in. 

March 28 , 2018

Mr. Avocado JV to build second ripening center in China

The newest facility is slated to open in September 2018, with the intention to further supply Pagoda's 2,800 stores across China.

March 26 , 2018

China proposes 15% tariff on U.S. fruit imports

The move came soon after U.S. President Donald Trump instructed U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer to impose tariffs on at least US$50 billion in Chinese imports.

March 23 , 2018

Spain: Frosts cause €35M losses across 7,500 hectares in Valencia

Stonefruit is said to be the most affected fruit category, with persimmons and citrus also affected.

March 23 , 2018

U.S.: California citrus volumes set to wind down earlier than normal

The crop may have been relatively short, but Joel Nelsen says it's been a positive campaign overall and expects good returns to growers.

March 19 , 2018

Growers Czech out new cherries Tamara, Irena for commercial growth

With Tamara as a large cherry and Irina as a pollinator for the late-season Regina variety, growers are finding new opportunities in a sector where successful introductions are few and far between.

March 19 , 2018

Irradiation for Peruvian blueberries part of wider U.S. market access talks, says industry rep

Sergio del Castillo reveals where the treatment will take place in the U.S., while Cort Brazelton says this development shows that both countries have highly functional groups that are working together.

March 19 , 2018

Colombia "one step away" from exporting Hass avocados to Japan

Several months after Colombia secured U.S. avocado market access, the South American country has now agreed on export protocols with Japan.

March 18 , 2018

Ecuador's share of U.S. banana market saw sharp decline in 2017

The drop has been largely attributed to rising production levels from Central American countries, which can sell their fruit at more competitive prices in the U.S.

March 16 , 2018