Post Archive
Portuguese strike impacts 'very bad' for business, says fruit exporter
Containers full of pears are sitting and waiting in Portuguese ports due to strikes over austerity measures.
September 24 , 2012
Fruit Fanatic: the quest for the Engkala
Rolf Blancke describes the search for a rare creamy fruit that is being swallowed up by palm oil plantations.
September 24 , 2012
Philippine govt to trial new mango drying technology
A new mango drying technology is expected to cut costs for Philippine food processors.
September 24 , 2012
Australia expects lower mango crop
Australia's mango industry is in line for a more balanced crop for returns this year.
September 24 , 2012
Chile embarks on water stress monitoring program
A Chilean project aims to improve fruit quality through commercial scale water stress monitoring technology.
September 21 , 2012
Portuguese port strikes to continue
Portuguese port workers have responded to austerity measures with strikes set to continue through September.
September 21 , 2012
Slight growth for Costa Rican ag exports
Costa Rican pineapple exports rose in the year to August but banana shipments fell by a higher percentage.
September 21 , 2012
Vitamin C and beta-carotene may protect brain health
German researchers have found two antioxidants common in fresh produce may help ward off Alzheimer's disease.
September 21 , 2012
HortNZ 'pleased' with referendum votes to date
The fate of New Zealand's peak produce body is in the hands of growers who must vote by Sep. 28.
September 20 , 2012
U.S. East Coast port strike negotiation deadline extended
Exporters and importers have been given an extra three months of relief in USMX-ILA negotiations.
September 20 , 2012
