Post Archive
U.S. competition and new regulations to put pressure on Aussie stonefruit
Australia's stonefruit growers are facing a squeeze from chemical bans and U.S. imports.
August 29 , 2012
Chile trains fruit workers in safe ammonia handling
Chile's fruit industry has taken steps to ensure safe handling of ammonia in packing house refrigeration units.
August 29 , 2012
Ecuadorian banana growers angry over treatment delays
Ecuador's small banana growers are frustrated with government spraying and payment delays.
August 29 , 2012
NZ authorities warn kiwifruit growers over antibiotic misuse
The NZ government has sent a stern warning to 26 kiwifruit growers who admitted to misusing streptomycin.
August 29 , 2012
Opinion: getting it right when changing hands
Don Goodwin urges family-owned fresh produce companies to think strategically when selling their businesses.
August 28 , 2012
Mexico’s berry boom gathers steam
Mexican berry growers are looking to new varieties and markets to turn a higher profit.
August 28 , 2012
Turkish stonefruit production picks up in 2012
Turkish cherry production and exports have recovered from a 'devastating' 2011.
August 28 , 2012
Chilean organic blueberry study expected to yield nationwide benefits
Hortifrut's blueberry study is expected to reap rewards for all types of organic fruit production.
August 28 , 2012
New technology helps for optimal fruit ripeness
Postharvest expert Deirdre Holcroft outlines how new science is helping fruit stay in tiptop condition.
August 28 , 2012
'Concerted effort' needed for fruit fly control, says Citrus Australia
Citrus Australia says importers have no reason to panic about loosening government fruit fly controls.
August 27 , 2012
