Trucker strike impacts Colombia's reliability overseas, says fruit exporter

If the problem persists fruit will be lost in the fields as well.

July 18 , 2016

Opal builds presence and promise in Europe, South Africa

With new marketers popping up around Europe and South Africa's DuToit preparing for its first commercial volumes, the future looks bright for the Opal apple.

July 15 , 2016

What's big in the organic produce sector?

Organic Trade Association CEO Laura Batch gave the lowdown on which categories to watch during the Organic Produce Summit held in Monterey, California this week.

July 15 , 2016

"Geometric growth" ahead for Opal apples

Opal apples have figuratively glittered in sensory testing for a long time in the U.S., but only now is supply starting to take off in a big way.

July 14 , 2016

"Varieties are created by nature", said Opal apple breeder

Dr. Jaroslav Tupý passed away recently, but his legacy continues in the golden, sweet Opal apple.

July 14 , 2016

Russia places fruit import bans on more countries

Rosselkhoznadzor has temporarily banned certain stonefruit items from two countries that haven't historically had much of an export presence in Russia.

July 13 , 2016

U.S. Senate pushes through divisive GMO labeling bill

If passed into law, the bill would require the establishment of a GM labeling standard in the form of a code or a USDA symbol.

July 11 , 2016

NZ: First "big year" in China for Rockit apples

A third of the crop of this convenience-focused apple is now sold in China, while volume is set to triple over the next two seasons.

July 08 , 2016

China: Tasmanian apples in the spotlight at Fruitday

"To FruitDay customers this is not just a normal Fuji apple," says co-founder Loren Zhao.

July 07 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 26, 2016

Demand was stable in Asia for U.S. Red Delicious apples while a decreasing Californian Navel supply saw strong demand at home.

July 06 , 2016