U.S. could open doors to Chinese citrus

Hot on the heels of apples, Chinese citrus is now on track to gaining U.S. market entry after a recent proposed rule from APHIS.

August 29 , 2014

Scandinavian buyers cry foul over Thai food industry's actions

A group of Scandinavia's largest retailers is "greatly worried" about litigation against Andy Hall in Thailand.

August 28 , 2014

Chilean table grape industry addresses '30% loss in competitiveness'

One expert says urgent structural changes are required in Chile's table grape industry to retain its global standing.

August 27 , 2014

France: kiwifruit producer looks forward to 'active markets' in coming season

Prim'land is expecting a great season for its kiwifruit but says the apple situation is 'quite complicated'.

August 27 , 2014

USDA researcher reveals encouraging results of phosphine fumigation tests

Research shows worker safety and food quality could be improved by using phosphine instead of methyl bromide on crops.

August 25 , 2014

Canada pledges to speed up Polish apple access

Canadian authorities have vowed to speed up market access for Polish apple growers, who like their own fishermen have been impacted by Russia's food import embargo.

August 25 , 2014

NZ: SunGold and organic kiwifruit volumes surge for Seeka in H1

A more competitive postharvest environment hasn't stopped New Zealand's largest kiwifruit packer from making big gains in the first half of 2014.

August 21 , 2014

Russia eases ban on certain produce

In order to help its own farmers, Russia has scrapped some agricultural items from its import ban including onion and potato seeds.

August 21 , 2014

Australia sees greater apple competition after Russian ban

While Australian apples have counterseasonal advantages, a more competitive market demands high quality.

August 21 , 2014

Spain asks EU to add melons and watermelons to emergency measures

Spain says unless melons and watermelons are included in EU's special measures there will be 'serious disruptions'.

August 21 , 2014