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Dried pineapples offer new niche for South African exporter

South Africa's Novapine has transformed its fresh pineapple business through dried fruit exports.
November 18 , 2013

Disease-tolerant banana undergoes testing in West Indies, France

A banana variety developed by France's CIRAD may help growers reduce pesticide use in the fight against Black Sigatoka disease.
November 15 , 2013

Electromagnetic technology shows promise for better crop yield

To address water demands, Chilean researchers hope electromagnetic fields will improve efficiency in agriculture.
November 15 , 2013

Produce polyphenols strengthen gut health, NZ study shows

Scientists have found that once broken down in the colon, polyphenols produce molecules that are beneficial for the digestive system.
November 14 , 2013

Mexico nears watermelon harvest, export season

Mexico's Colima state will begin its watermelon harvest next month and provide fruit through May.
November 14 , 2013

Chilean avocado industry on track to reaching export estimate

Chilean Hass avocado currently leads the European market, where outside supply has been low.
November 14 , 2013

South Australia takes pre-emptive action to ensure fruit fly-free status

The South Australian government has announced an industry first in tackling Queensland fruit fly.
November 13 , 2013

Chilean blueberry industry embarks on European marketing campaign

Several key European countries will get an extra taste of Chilean blueberries during winter months.
November 13 , 2013

Nestlé launches pilot program for Pakistani mangoes

Nestlé's Chaunsa Project will support mango production in Pakistan's southern Punjab.
November 13 , 2013

OSF: of course we won't be supplying McDonald's soon

Okanagan Specialty Fruits has responded to interpretations of letters about its GM apples.
November 12 , 2013

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