Peruvian passion fruit exports reach new record

Peru registered a sharp uptick in shipments of passion fruit and its derivatives in the first quarter.

June 17 , 2014

First human trial of GM bananas to take place in the U.S.

A project from Australia's QUT to develop pro-Vitamin A-enriched bananas is about to reach a whole new level, with a world-first human trial in the United States.

June 17 , 2014

High-tech greenhouse pesticide system planned in Chile

A Chilean agricultural group will implement a new and safer method of greenhouse pesticide application.

June 17 , 2014

U.K.: fresh produce a major victim in Asda climate change report

U.K. retailer Asda has given a startling estimate of expected fresh produce losses as a result of climate change.

June 17 , 2014

Philippines bullish on fruit export opportunities in the U.S., Australia

The Philippines' Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) is hopeful for further market development in the U.S. and Australia.

June 17 , 2014

Australia: HAL releases new guidelines to improve eco-practices

In a bid to remain competitive, HAL has updated its advice to growers on environmental issues.

June 17 , 2014

Australian horticultural exports to fall in 2014-15, says ABARES report

Australian horticultural exports are set to decrease by a greater percentage than total farm exports in 2014-15.

June 16 , 2014

Opinion: to brand or not to brand?

Bev Oster talks about how more branding has emerged in the produce industry and why.

June 16 , 2014

Flavor and shelf life vital to future berry growth in U.K.

Execs from Angus Soft Fruits and BerryWorld talk shop about varietal development and raising winter consumption.

June 16 , 2014

Low prices dent Mexican tomato trade

Mexican tomato growers shift towards more modern farming techniques while exports slip.

June 16 , 2014