U.S.: organic industry briefs Congress on HLB control efforts

A U.S. organic industry representative says chemical-free methods of controlling citrus greening must be found, as current neonicotinoid practices are dangerous to human health.

July 30 , 2014

It's too early to speculate on Russian ban of EU fruit, says Koziy

RK Marketing's Irina Koziy gives her two kopeks on talk that Russia may ban fresh fruit imports from some European countries.

July 29 , 2014

Favorable exchange rates raise Del Monte results in Q2

Bananas, pineapples, tomatoes and melons were some of Del Monte's strongest performing products in the second quarter.

July 29 , 2014

Chile: cherry prices go sky high in record year for growers

Chilean cherries prices shot up this year but not all growers received the full benefit of the increase.

July 29 , 2014

Stable outlook for restructuring Greek grape sector

Amidst Greece's economic crisis, the country's grape growers are changing their practices to stay ahead of the game.

July 29 , 2014

First Aussie seafreight apples to China 'couldn't have gone better'

An Australian apple grower looks to 'broaden' China-bound exports after the first sea shipment was 'a big success'.

July 29 , 2014

European banana growers respond to Ecuador-EU trade deal

European banana growers will likely seek extra funding support to cope with stronger competition from Ecuador once its tariffs are cut.

July 29 , 2014

U.K.: Produce World Group buys organic veggie player

A leading organic carrot supplier has been bought by a U.K. company.

July 29 , 2014

Russia bans Ukrainian canned fruit, veg and fish

Russian authorities have cited labeling problems and nutritional disparity as behind a ban on Ukrainian canned fruits and vegetables.

July 28 , 2014

India: Bollywood star officially becomes Maharashtra fruit ambassador

One of the most recognizable faces in Indian cinema is now officially a representative of the country's leading fruit-growing state.

July 28 , 2014