New Zealand calls off fruit fly quarantine restrictions

New Zealand farmers can take a sign of relief after this month's fruit fly scare.

February 10 , 2014

Colombia reports progress in fruit fly eradication

Colombia hopes progress in fruit fly eradication could help open the U.S. market for uchuvas.

February 10 , 2014

Fruits, rice drive Indian ag export growth

Growth in Indian agricultural exports was driven by products such as Basmati rice and mango pulp.

February 10 , 2014

Swiss company bags innovation prize in Berlin

A BBQ Grill-Mix has taken the prestigious Fruit Logistica Innovation Award 2014.

February 07 , 2014

Record rain fuels dredging debate in south England

Heavy rains have left English farms washed out and demanding solutions from the government.

February 07 , 2014

United Fresh: farm bill victory for specialty crops

Robert Guenther highlights research and nutritional funding for specialty crops in the latest U.S. farm bill.

February 07 , 2014

Lingonberries show promise for weight control

A Swedish university found lingonberries to prevent weight gain and lower blood sugar.

February 07 , 2014

Opinion: the battle for banana livelihoods

Banana Link's Alistair Smith analyzes the pressures that are putting many growers out of business.

February 07 , 2014

Developers tap into potential of Chile's Magellan Barberry

A relatively unknown fruit, a berry known as 'Calafate' could have potential as a health supplement.

February 06 , 2014

Blueberries suffered greatest dip in Chilean export losses

Initial estimates have been released for export losses during Chile's three-week port strike.

February 06 , 2014