U.S.: early start for Giumarra's west Mexican watermelon deal

Expanding into new areas has helped Giumarra fill watermelon supply gaps.

March 18 , 2014

"There's a lot of room for growth" in blueberries, says USHBC

After last week's IBO conference in Mexico, two experts revealed plans for building blueberry demand.

March 18 , 2014

U.S.: Chiquita denies speculation over Charlotte withdrawal

Chiquita's deal with Fyffes has sent a scare in Charlotte, where some fear a violation of contract terms.

March 18 , 2014

South African grapes enjoy partial recovery in late season

South African table grapes have picked up volume in recent weeks, showing recovery from the early season.

March 18 , 2014

NZ: weather, markets in Zespri's favor so far in 2014

The kiwifruit harvest has begun in New Zealand with the industry upbeat about prospects for its earliest export market, Japan.

March 18 , 2014

Papyrus Australia to process banana fiber in China

An Australian company is set to bring its value-added banana technology to the Chinese island of Hainan.

March 17 , 2014

Organic U.S. growers look for alternatives to treat fire blight

U.S. apple and pear growers could soon face trouble maintaining organic status under new treatment guidelines.

March 17 , 2014

Colombia: Banacol undergoes restructuring amid debt woes

Latin American banana group Banacol will restructure in response to debt concerns.

March 17 , 2014

Patent pending for Mexican portable plant growth chamber

Mexican developers hope to trial fruit and veggie production in a portable, fridge-like chamber in the Ukraine.

March 17 , 2014

ChiquitaFyffes a boost for Ecuador, says banana industry leader

Eduardo Ledesma believes the formation of ChiquitaFyffes will "undoubtedly" benefit Ecuador's banana industry.

March 17 , 2014