Post Archive
Agri SA raises concerns over minimum wage calculation
Agri SA says the South African government's minimum wage announcement is not consistent with the formula.
February 09 , 2012
Market Pulse Week 5 - 2012
Europe's coldsnap has adversely affected blueberry and stonefruit consumption, according to market researcher iQonsulting.
February 08 , 2012
U.S. West Coast in sight for Aussie litchi growers
Australian litchi growers are positive about U.S. export opportunities, but hope protocols are not too 'onerous'.
February 08 , 2012
Argentine lemon production to fall in 2012
Dry weather has led to an expected fall in Argentine lemon harvests this year, but exports should only be impacted slightly.
February 08 , 2012
Chilean govt approves cloud seeding to ease drought
Chile's drought-stricken farmers look set to have their problems alleviated by cloud seeding technology.
February 08 , 2012
Brazil seeks to pass national açaí authenticity law
The Brazilian government may pass a law that aims to stop biopiracy of the 'açaí' fruit brand.
February 08 , 2012
Kenyan growers upbeat on exports despite dimethoate ban
Kenyan producers are optimistic exports will continue to grow despite having to use more expensive pesticides.
February 07 , 2012
Opinion: the emerging tool of water footprinting for agricultural performance
Landcare Research advisor Anthony Hume discusses the importance of water footprinting in horticultural supply chains, using New Zealand's kiwifruit industry as an example.
February 07 , 2012
Peru's processed asparagus exports soar in 2011
A growing international appetite for asparagus has helped Peru bolster its shipments of the frozen and processed vegetable.
February 07 , 2012
Report finds European fresh produce consumption heading downward
Freshfel Europe has called for urgent action at all levels to stop the downward trend of fruit and vegetable consumption.
February 07 , 2012
