Banana virus puts Nigerian farmers on alert

The banana bunchy top virus is spreading rapidly in Nigeria and could threaten a key food staple.

August 08 , 2013

Spain: researchers develop citrus red scale treatment

A team in Spain has found two wasp species effective for eradicating citrus red scale.

August 08 , 2013

Brazil releases black grape variety

Brazil's new variety BRS Núbia has been praised as a step forward for black grapes.

August 08 , 2013

Market Pulse Week 31 - 2013

The Argentine satsuma campaign got underway in Europe in week 31.

August 07 , 2013

Strong season ahead for Turkey’s Adalya

A key Turkish grape company expects a 25% uptick in exports this season.

August 07 , 2013

Peru keeps high hopes for Japanese avocado market

Peruvian officials hope to win Japan's favor and enter the nation's avocado market.

August 07 , 2013

Dole Chile focuses on major facility expansion

Dole Chile expects to have three renovated fruit processing plants by the end of the year.

August 07 , 2013

Opinion: currency and politics bring positive outlook for Aussie produce

The Australian dollar has fallen at almost twice the rate of currencies from competitors, prompting optimism from produce exporters.

August 07 , 2013

HortNZ president sets goals on improved communication, national image

Horticulture New Zealand's new president Julian Raine will focus on grower communication and biosecurity.

August 06 , 2013

High percentage of new Uruguayan citrus plantings for mandarins, lemons

Uruguay's latest citrus survey shows growers' planting intentions to adapt to a new market scenario that now includes U.S. access.

August 06 , 2013