High-fiber foods in early life reduce breast cancer risk, Harvard study finds

A recent scientific finding in the U.S. is good news for growers of veggies rich in fiber like broccoli, artichokes and peas.

February 19 , 2016

Australian fruit joins long list of Russian import interceptions

Russia continues to intercept and destroy banned European fruit on almost a weekly basis, but seldom do we see Australia come up in the country's food safety watchdog announcements.

February 19 , 2016

Organic growers, certification bodies flocking to bioC directory

The directory of certified organic operators has swelled several hundred percent in the last few years.

February 18 , 2016

Zespri makes generous pledge to Surf Life Saving New Zealand

Thanks to kiwifruit marketer Zespri, local lifeguards will receive free training in three regions of New Zealand.

February 18 , 2016

New Zealand apple exports to exceed NZ$700M in 2016

Pipfruit NZ is not going to let China's slowing economy get in the way of a bullish outlook for exports to Asia.

February 17 , 2016

PepsiCo and Indian state govt ink MoU to boost fruit processing

Facilities will be set up to process oranges, mangoes, pomegranates and more.

February 17 , 2016

U.K.: Waitrose wonky veggie line launched

Waitrose has launched a misshapen seasonal vegetable range including crooked carrots, imperfect parsnips and peculiar potatoes.

February 17 , 2016

Mexico: Students produce new heat resistant papaya

A new papaya is ideal for warmer climates, tolerant to disease and can be produced year-round.

February 17 , 2016

Is 2016 shaping up to be a sweeter year for Indian mango exports?

Taking a look ahead to India’s mango season, Maharashtra crop estimates look to be around 15-20% up on last year.

February 16 , 2016

Chile: Maqui developers one step closer to commercial production

Chile's native maqui berry may have caught the world's attention for its extremely high antioxidant levels, but it's still harvested from wild trees.

February 15 , 2016