Post Archive
South Africa: renewed action marks one-year anniversary of farm strikes
A reported 4,000 farm workers went on strike last week, affecting a major Western Cape fruit producer.
November 11 , 2013
Mexico: papaya researchers explore natural pest control
Papaya producers can avoid high pesticide costs using a variety of biological control measures.
November 11 , 2013
Okanagan expects U.S. approval for Arctic apples in early 2014
U.S. authorities have opened up assessments on genetically modified apples for public comment.
November 08 , 2013
South African farm workers shout to be heard
A year on from South Africa's vineyard strikes, farm workers say they've had enough of politics.
November 08 , 2013
U.S.: an inside look at 'Let's Move Salad Bars 2 Schools'
We observe how a salad bar initiative is affecting kids' eating habits at a New Orleans school.
November 07 , 2013
U.K. packaging company expands into Mexico
Sirane Food Packaging has entered a deal with Mexico’s Jifkins to distribute its products in Central America.
October 31 , 2013
U.S.: Sesame Street stars to join First Lady after kids' healthy eating announcement
U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama is set to make an announcement this week about marketing healthier foods to children.
October 29 , 2013
Peru prepares for larger lucuma season
Peru's top lucuma market is Chile by far, but the Andean nation is looking to expand to new shores.
October 29 , 2013
South African table grape industry highlights labor compliance
As a new season nears, the South African table grape industry emphasized respect for labor laws.
October 28 , 2013
Mexican govt establishes new organic seal
The Mexican government has introduced an organic certification in a bid to boost production and competitiveness.
October 28 , 2013
