Russian ban pushes quality focus in Pakistani citrus

A temporary ban from Russia has encouraged Pakistani kinnow exporters to improve food safety practices.

February 17 , 2014

U.S. pears surpass expectations in China

Although new to China, U.S., Western-style pears have already exceeded volume expectations.

February 17 , 2014

Complex season means new markets for Chilean blueberries

Despite complications this season, Chilean blueberries have experienced growth in Europe and Asia.

February 17 , 2014

Brazilian firm to capitalize on growing avocado demand

A Brazilian Hass avocado exporter plans a significant increase in production over the coming years.

February 17 , 2014

Egyptian exporter prepares bumper citrus volume

Cairo-based Elwadi Export is celebrating 50 years of business with large volumes of navel oranges.

February 17 , 2014

Opinion: set the Valentine's Day mood with fresh produce

Karen Caplan of Frieda’s Specialty Produce shares some aphrodisiacal fruit ideas to celebrate Valentine's Day.

February 14 , 2014

Argentina prepares first orange shipments for Japan

After a decade of talks, Argentina will be able to ship fresh oranges and mandarins to Japan.

February 14 , 2014

'Demand it and we'll grow it': Morocco's organic conundrum

Morocco's climate is ideal for organic production of a range of fruits, but growers say a booming market for the category isn't quite there yet.

February 14 , 2014

Vegetable mix shows pest control promise in Taiwan

A vegetable oil mix has been used successfully to control pests in cucumber crops, said the Taiwan Agricultural Research Institute.

February 14 , 2014

New Zealand MP calls foul play by Aussie-owned Countdown

New Zealand MP Shane Jones has accused the Countdown supermarket of blackmail, racketeering and extortion.

February 14 , 2014