Those fresh strawberries you enjoy in January are made possible by a huge global transportation system, much of it dependent ...

Brown rot pathogens, predominantly within the genus Monilinia, represent a significant threat to stone fruit production worldwide. These fungal agents infect fruits such as peaches, plums and apricots ...

A South Florida family farm introduces rare tropical fruits to visitors through decades of passion and farming tradition.

As a dietitian, I often hear concerns about fruit — especially its sugar content. Many people tell me they avoid fruit to cut back on sugar. While it’s important to be mindful of added sugars, the ...

A hawthorn tree with many red "haw apples" as they appear in October. Note the small, apple-like fruits. Also note the curled leaves and the long thorns on the branches.

Scientists have discovered a tropical “dynamite tree” that explosively launches seeds at 150 mph. The mechanism uses physics, ...