Singapore: Comcrop pioneers urban rooftop farming

A group of young, socially-minded entrepreneurs in Singapore has spearheaded a unique aquaponic horticulture project.

March 14 , 2014

Mexican president meets with Michoacán avocado growers

Mexico's president traveled to the country's avocado heartland yesterday to take a firm stance against crime.

March 14 , 2014

Most U.S. food complies with pesticide residue limits, study finds

More food in the U.S. lies within pesticide residue limits than in Europe, where standards are much stricter.

March 13 , 2014

Costa Rica to export rambutans to Chile in 2014

Building on Chilean market success in pineapples, Costa Rica aims to experiment with exports of more fruits.

March 13 , 2014

Florida grapefruit suffers worst non-hurricane decline on record

New numbers for Florida's citrus crop have the Sunshine State down for oranges and grapefruit.

March 13 , 2014

South African avocado exports around the corner

Subtrop's Derek Donkin takes a look at the competitive issues surrounding the upcoming avocado season.

March 13 , 2014

Colombian authorities intercept citrus pest in U.S., Spanish shipments

Colombia has rejected four shipments of citrus fruit from abroad due to the discovery of red scale.

March 13 , 2014

U.S. produce aisles experience volume and sales growth

The latest data released by United Fresh indicates growth across all major retail fruit categories in the U.S.

March 13 , 2014

Pennsylvania and Veracruz consider maritime trade

A shift from land to maritime trade could improve commerce between Pennsylvania and Veracruz.

March 13 , 2014

Market Pulse Week 10 - 2014

Argentine pear supply affected sales of Chilean pears in the U.S. during week 10.

March 12 , 2014