Post Archive
NZ: Zespri plans SunGold kiwifruit splash in Germany
Zespri has planned promotional activities in Berlin, Hamburg and Düsseldorf to spread the word about SunGold kiwifruit.
April 22 , 2015
India steps up plant surveillance after Pakistan's TR4 outbreak
With previous strains of Panama disease already in the country, India is pulling out the stops to prevent a TR4 incursion.
April 22 , 2015
Chilean port workers strike over lack of labor reform consultation
Feeling ignored by their government over labor forms, a range of Chilean unions have started a one-day strike in the port, mining, forestry and construction sectors.
April 21 , 2015
U.S. Supreme Court rejects human rights abuse claims against Chiquita
Chiquita had a victory in court yesterday for one case, right as a new one had just opened with allegations of "pesticide showers" in Guatemala.
April 21 , 2015
Three new raspberry varieties set for release in Chile
One of three new Chilean raspberry varieties grows earlier than the standard cultivar and has a high Brix level.
April 21 , 2015
U.S.: Robotic strawberry harvester 'mimics human behavior'
The owner of Wish Farms has a strawberry-picking robotics project that even his competitors are investing in.
April 21 , 2015
Turkish cherry producer dodges frost scare
Despite industry concerns a recent cold snap might hamper Turkish cherry production, one grower is expecting higher volumes.
April 21 , 2015
Human trial to test broccoli sprout extract's cancer-fighting properties
University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute (UPCI) scientists are investigating the 'green chemoprevention' properties of a molecule found in broccoli sprouts, cabbage and kale.
April 21 , 2015
Chilean-U.S. blueberry season transition smooth in 2015, claims Berry Fresh
A U.S.-based subsidiary of two Latin American berry groups is optimistic for this year's blueberry deal.
April 21 , 2015
Australia: TR4 eradication "not feasible" in Queensland
Containment is now the only hope for Queensland banana growers after the National Management Group (NMG) for Panama disease TR4 ruled out eradication.
April 20 , 2015
