Post Archive
Brazil gets tough on supermarket pesticide levels
The Brazilian government will fine supermarkets that have unacceptable levels of pesticides in produce.
December 13 , 2011
Two detained in Peruvian asparagus cocaine seizure
Peruvian police have arrested two Colombians for plans to send cocaine to Spain in cans of asparagus.
December 12 , 2011
NZ: Kiwifruit Vine Health expects US$40M+ in Psa expenditures
New Zealand's Kiwifruit Vine Health has spent the majority of the funds allocated for fighting Psa-V disease.
December 12 , 2011
Australia: grape by-products reduce cow methane gas emissions
Australian scientists have found grape products can be used in cattle feed to reduce methane gas emissions.
December 12 , 2011
Chile needs constant export supply, says avocado expert
Chilean avocado producers have to keep their eye on the bigger picture and keep a steady flow of exports.
December 12 , 2011
SA set to ship citrus to Thailand next season
South Africa is hoping its colorful oranges and grapefruit will prove a hit in Thailand.
December 12 , 2011
How to grow a square watermelon
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December 09 , 2011
SA: Midknight oranges generate strong U.S. demand
A strong growers' presence in U.S. supermarkets has helped raise the status of South African citrus fruit.
December 09 , 2011
Cherry growers in Argentine province have lost 50% of volumes
Volcanic ash has slashed cherry production in the Patagonian province of Neuquén.
December 09 , 2011
Mexico to become one of the largest organic cocoa producers
A scheme to plant 400 million organic cocoa trees in the south east of the country will make Mexico a key grower.
December 09 , 2011
