Finnish retail worker union to boycott Thai pineapple juices

A follow-up report from Finnwatch has led to a planned three-day warehouse boycott of some Thai fruit juices.

February 11 , 2014

School fruit scheme encounters controversy in Europe

Freshfel and EPHA have questioned plans to unite school fruit and dairy promotions.

February 10 , 2014

Brazil's top citrus state reports major planting decline

High costs and citrus greening are forcing producers out of São Paulo's citrus industry.

February 10 , 2014

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