Colombia will be 'a very important player' in avocado trade, says Westfalia rep

A Westfalia Colombia rep says the industry could double in the next decade and take on Chile and Peru in the U.S.

August 29 , 2014

U.S. could open doors to Chinese citrus

Hot on the heels of apples, Chinese citrus is now on track to gaining U.S. market entry after a recent proposed rule from APHIS.

August 29 , 2014

Decoding China's "banana-mania" in 2014

Xia Zuxiang explains how Ecuadorian bananas have edged ahead of local and Philippine competition in China.

August 29 , 2014

U.S.: Sun Pacific 'affected dramatically' by the drought

'Water prices are way up, water availability is way down, and it’s scary', says a Californian citrus grower.

August 29 , 2014

Carrefour targeted in Spanish grower protest

Spanish growers have accused retailers of taking advantage of the Russian ban with extremely low prices.

August 28 , 2014

U.S. NGO sues Chiquita for "deceptive" advertising

A Seattle-based NGO claims the Rainforest Alliance is re-thinking its endorsement of Chiquita bananas, following allegations of water contamination in Guatemala.

August 28 , 2014

Scandinavian buyers cry foul over Thai food industry's actions

A group of Scandinavia's largest retailers is "greatly worried" about litigation against Andy Hall in Thailand.

August 28 , 2014

Sweet ending for a successful British Columbian blueberry season

British Columbia is on track to top last year's production by 24%, as the late Elliot variety hits pleasing brix levels.

August 28 , 2014

California: Gerawan responds to UFW statement, misconduct allegations

Gerawan Farming says 'It is unfortunate that our employees need to take such a drastic action'.

August 28 , 2014

Tozer to expand flower sprouts on European continent

After a recent U.S. launch, Tozer Seeds now has more new markets lined up for a kale-brussels sprout hybrid.

August 28 , 2014