Peach and nectarine growers call for more EU support to alleviate crisis

Stonefruit growers from France, Spain, Italy and Greece hope the EU will take urgent measures to help them overcome what has been a difficult campaign.

July 15 , 2014

Russia gets tough on produce imports from Moldova, Israel

Russia has continued its run of announcements that have put foreign produce exporters on alert.

July 15 , 2014

EU: citrus black spot interceptions still at zero in June

The latest EUROPHYT report is good news for South Africa's citrus industry.

July 15 , 2014

U.S.: Wilmington port grateful to remain 'Top Banana'

Details have been revealed about Chiquita's recent lease extension at the U.S. Port of Wilmington.

July 15 , 2014

Ireland: Fyffes execs may get US$1M bonus if Chiquita deal goes through

An Irish media outlet has revealed incentives and fees associated with the pending ChiquitaFyffes deal.

July 15 , 2014

Many Colombian banana growers in misery after strong winds

4,500 hectares of banana plantations have been destroyed by strong winds in northern Colombia.

July 14 , 2014

Organic crops have significantly more antioxidants, study finds

Organic proponents hope a recent landmark international study will dispel consumer confusion about the category's benefits.

July 14 , 2014

Argentine Valencia orange harvest kicks off in Jujuy

While Argentina's citrus crops have taken a battering, a leading exporter's orange crop has been fairly unscathed.

July 14 , 2014

Australia: broccoli can 'make clear breathing easier' for asthmatics

Melbourne University research shows broccoli could be used as an alternative treatment for asthma sufferers.

July 14 , 2014

NZ may deport man who revealed kiwifruit worker abuses

New Zealand authorities have failed to protect an Indian whistleblower who revealed abuse in the kiwifruit industry.

July 14 , 2014