Post Archive
Brazilian researchers look at new packaging to double fruit life
Brazillian researchers are working on a new type of edible plastic covering which could double fruit shelf-life.
March 01 , 2012
African GM banana trial set to combat root-eating worm
New GM technology is to be tested in Africa in a bid to stop a deadly worm at the root of the continent's fruit losses.
February 29 , 2012
Market Pulse Week 8 - 2012
Chile's high quality blueberries commanded premium prices in the U.S.
February 29 , 2012
Opinion: Fruit Logistica a taste of what's in store for international markets
BerryBroad Juanita Gaglio gives a wrap of her experience of Fruit Logistica and some interesting discoveries.
February 24 , 2012
Peru's Cavendish Valery bananas boost exports
Peru's bananas prove an export hit in The Netherlands recording a 36% increase in shipments.
February 24 , 2012
Chile apple breeders hope for new variety release in 2017
A Chilean apple breeding program aims to offset the negative effects of club variety exclusivity.
February 23 , 2012
Colombian banana production hit unlikely to impact exports, says Augura
The Colombian Banana Growers Association says banana exports are on track despite flooding in the Magdalena region.
February 22 , 2012
Big leap for Mexican fruit exports in 2011
Mexico's fruit exports have shown strong growth of nearly 19% with avocados as the top performer.
February 21 , 2012
SA: farming community testifies in court case over mining rights
SA Agri involved in a pivotal court case in South African to decide who should have a say in granting mining rights.
February 21 , 2012
Maersk Line cuts Asia-Europe trade capacity
Shipping company Maersk Line has decided to remove 9% of its shipping capacity operating in Europe-Asia trade.
February 21 , 2012
