Chinese production growth marks USDA deciduous fruit report

A trend of upticks from Chinese production and lower volumes elsewhere defined a recent report on world apple, pear and grape cultivation.

June 15 , 2016

Russian ban may extend to West Africa

Russia's food safety watchdog has earmarked nine West African countries as in line for produce import restrictions.

June 14 , 2016

Pink Lady apple cosy campaign hailed major success

Pink Lady came up with a novel idea to keep fruit in perfect condition for longer this year with the launch of the cosy, a knitted apple protector.

June 13 , 2016

Fruit South Africa looks to boost Indian trade ties

There is no excuse for South African apples not to compete in India, says Dr. Konanani Liphadzi.

June 13 , 2016

Mexico revokes anti-dumping fees on U.S. apple imports

The decision by Mexico's Secretary of the Economy means all provisional fees must be returned.

June 07 , 2016

PPK: A snapshot of Peru's next president

Who is Pedro Pablo Kuczynski, and what would his presidency mean for one of the world's fastest emerging produce export nations?

June 06 , 2016

Australia: Valleyfresh to open up offices in India, Saudi Arabia

Freshmax subsidiary Valleyfresh has announced it will soon have feet on the ground in two new global regions.

June 03 , 2016

Oxfam report takes aim at Ecuadorian, Costa Rican tropical fruit industries

The report "Sweet Fruit, Bitter Truth" has sparked conflict between Oxfam's German arm and the Rainforest Alliance.

June 02 , 2016

U.K.: Apple variety gets better 'sleeping' in cold storage

An English apple that improves in taste whilst lying dormant in storage is being likened to a fine wine that gets better with age.

May 31 , 2016

U.S.: Freeze-dried fruit and the fight against food waste

Homegrown Organic Farms has seen sales skyrocket for premium freeze-dried fruits, while more of the fresh crop is also finding a market through increased demand for imperfect produce.

May 31 , 2016