Philippine banana sector calls for more action against disease

Disease has led to more low-quality Philippine banana shipments, participants heard at a recent export congress.

September 10 , 2013

Banana importer launches first legal action over Chilean port strikes

A lawsuit against a Chilean port operator could be an important precedent for fruit exporters, according to Manuel José Vial.

September 10 , 2013

Costa Rica aims to cut fertilizer use

Costa Rica aims to lose its crown as the biggest emitter of nitrous oxide per hectare of agriculture in Central America.

September 10 , 2013

Malaysia: new facility to boost fruit import trade, claims Chop Tong Guan

A recent Asia Fruit Award winner discusses the key fruits that are making ground in the Malaysian market.

September 10 , 2013

Chile tests geothermal greenhouse

Chile's geothermal greenhouse could minimize temperature-related losses and lower energy costs.

September 10 , 2013

U.S.: Cornell researchers discover plant leaf 'fountain of youth'

Manipulation of plant gene S3H could mean fruits and veggies that stay fresh for much longer.

September 09 , 2013

Freshmax plans for structural changes

Produce marketer Freshmax has announced plans to step up company growth.

September 09 , 2013

Bayer CropScience announces major sales, investment goals

Bayer CropScience is planning a US$500 million herbicide plant, which is its biggest single construction project to date.

September 09 , 2013

Australian cherry production could rise in 2013-14

A USDA report forecasts jumps and falls in the production of different Australian stonefruit crops in 2013-14.

September 09 , 2013

South Africa: shack walls provide source of fresh produce

Designer Stephen Lamb asks how fresh produce can be provided to South Africa's poorest populations.

September 09 , 2013