Post Archive
The Packaging Pitch: when stickers miss the point
Marketing expert Lisa Cork looks at stickers that fail to educate consumers about product benefits.
March 01 , 2012
Ecuador: Volcanic ash boosts fruit yields by 10% in Tungurahua
Volcanic ash increases fruit yields in Ecuador's Tungurahua region attracting many people back to the industry.
March 01 , 2012
NZ govt should follow USDA lead on organics, says industry association
Rick Carmont questions how New Zealand can promote a clean and green image without a government organic policy.
March 01 , 2012
Colombia's agriculture minister calls for stricter mining laws
The Columbian agriculture ministry is campaigning for tighter control over mining licenses to protect farmers.
February 29 , 2012
Fresh Del Monte posts Q4 losses despite overall 2011 gain
A tough economic climate and high petrol costs prompted a 5% rise in net losses in Q4 for Del Monte.
February 29 , 2012
African GM banana trial set to combat root-eating worm
New GM technology is to be tested in Africa in a bid to stop a deadly worm at the root of the continent's fruit losses.
February 29 , 2012
APM Terminals says record 2011 profits will boost expansion
A 24% year-on-year rise in profits for ATM Terminals will be ploughed into expanding the operator's port networks.
February 29 , 2012
Market Pulse Week 8 - 2012
Chile's high quality blueberries commanded premium prices in the U.S.
February 29 , 2012
T&G posts US$15.9 million losses for 2011 due to Psa-V
New Zealand grower and exporter T &G posted losses last year due to Psa and the weak European economy.
February 28 , 2012
Opinion: agricultural insurance should not be mandatory
Argentine agriculture consultant Arturo Navarro talks insurance and what is needed to supply with predictability.
February 28 , 2012
