Post Archive
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
Cocaine seized in Canadian tropical fruit shipment
Canadian police have made their second fruit-related cocaine bust in recent weeks.
February 07 , 2012
Australian growers fuming over lack of water leadership
Could Australia's proposed Murray Darling Basin draft plan might penalize efficient water users.
February 06 , 2012
Peruvian grape exports to rise 24% in 2012
Peruvian consultant Maximixe says the country's grape exports are set to rise again this year.
February 06 , 2012
How Pink Lady plans to build North America's 'most recognized fruit brand'
Pink Lady America expects the Maslin variety could be a game changer when more supply comes online.
February 06 , 2012
Chile: port union calls for national mid-month strike
A Chilean port union has called for a national strike on Feb. 15 and 16.
February 06 , 2012
