Pineapples are U.K.'s fastest growing fruit, says Tesco

"Pineapples could soon rival the avocado as a once niche fruit suddenly gaining mainstream popularity".

March 27 , 2018

Thailand: Court orders Andy Hall to pay damages to pineapple company Natural Fruit

Human rights activist Andy Hall has been ordered to pay 10 million baht (US$320,000) in damages to Thai pineapple company Natural Fruit Co.

March 27 , 2018

Yamaha invests in NZ kiwifruit robotics firm

Robotics Plus says the new capital will speed up the expansion of its team and give it a partner with a global footprint and deep knowledge of manufacturing.

March 26 , 2018

First NZ Royal Gala apples of the season arrive in India

IG imported the fruit from Te Mata, one of the largest horticultural exporters in the Oceanic country.

March 26 , 2018

U.S. importer "shocked" to still be selling Peruvian seedless grapes

"The Peruvian's are going to take control of this winter import table grape market."

March 23 , 2018

NZ: T&G Global confirms sale of processed food business

T&G’s pipfruit division has agreed a long-term apple supply agreement with Cedenco for processing apples.

March 21 , 2018

Fruit quality, NH market conditions lift Argentina apple season expectations

Marcelo Loyarte says the total crop may be a little bit lighter this year but explains that recent weather conditions have boosted fruit quality.

March 21 , 2018

Growers Czech out new cherries Tamara, Irena for commercial growth

With Tamara as a large cherry and Irina as a pollinator for the late-season Regina variety, growers are finding new opportunities in a sector where successful introductions are few and far between.

March 19 , 2018

South Africa: Hail and sunburn to impact apple export crop, says Tru-Cape

"We are experiencing one extreme in climate to the next."

March 15 , 2018

Sustainable produce packaging debate far from wrapped up

To address what is arguably the hottest issue in fresh produce right now, in this special feature we profile a wide variety of industry leaders and innovators to discuss the practicalities, technologies and ambitions around plastics, biodegradability and alternative materials.

March 14 , 2018