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Chilean apple size 'worst in 17 years', says exporter

Chile's apple growers have suffered from smaller fruit sizing and poor export markets this season, according to Santiago-based Los Lirios.
June 05 , 2014

China: Joyvio building "reserve army for modern agriculture"

Chinese produce giant Joyvio is strengthening its blueberry capabilities across a range of different fronts.
June 05 , 2014

Blueberry leaf extract lengthens shelf life, study shows

A Chinese-U.S. study shows a substance in blueberry leaves can help extend fruit shelf life and add antioxidants.
June 05 , 2014

Ecuador: Noboa shifts to containers for banana shipping

Noboa has made the move to container shipping for bananas, with Antwerp now the first port of unlading in Europe.
June 05 , 2014

Former Chinese partners take Zespri to court

Two Chinese companies are claiming NZ$33.5 million in damages from kiwifruit exporter Zespri.
June 04 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 22, 2014

Indian grapes had better movement in Europe during week 22, while imported apples had a good sales pace in Asia.
June 04 , 2014

Chilean agricultural officials call for "warning strike"

Chilean border and port officials want third party contractors to gain benefits from the government, and will strike to make their demands heard.
June 04 , 2014

NZ apple company set for exchange listing amid rising prices

Apple exporter Scales Corp is set to float on the stock market after more than 100 years of private ownership.
June 04 , 2014

U.S.: Hawaii farms pay huge settlement in race lawsuit

Four Hawaii farms will have to pay US$2.4 million to settle a three year-old race discrimination case.
June 04 , 2014

Peru to trial new quality seal for Minneolas

Six Peruvian citrus exporters aim to strengthen their reputations abroad with a ProCitrus-backed quality seal.
June 04 , 2014