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McDonald's, Gerber rule out using GM apples in the short term
The developers of GM Arctic apples have pointed to benefits in food service but McDonald's is not interested.
November 12 , 2013
Peru: Camposol announces fresh board resignation
A second director of Peruvian produce exporter Camposol has resigned from the board in the space of a week.
November 12 , 2013
Philippines: Del Monte pineapples spared in devastating typhoon
Despite extreme destruction to the central Philippines, Del Monte reported minimal damage to its operations.
November 12 , 2013
India: Delhi High Court orders pesticide reassessment
In a no-trust vote, the Delhi High Court has ordered the government to reassess produce pesticide levels.
November 12 , 2013
South Africa: farm strike intensifies in Western Cape
Arson and arrests were reported in relation to farm strikes in South Africa's Western Cape yesterday.
November 12 , 2013
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
Colombia implements expansive fruit fly control program
Through a trap system, Colombia hopes to improve fruit fly control and plant health.
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
