Post Archive
The new Silk Road: Kashgar Airport links Pakistani mangoes with China
China's Silk Road economic belt strategy is expected to lead to more Central Asian fruit imports.
September 05 , 2014
U.S. company develops hydroponic 'watchdog' technology
A Las Vegas-based manufacturer says its newly-released greenhouses sensors can 'mitigate downtime and crop loss'.
September 05 , 2014
Canadian cherry exporter hails 'unlimited opportunities' in China
As a very successful second season with excellent prices in China draws to a close, one Canadian cherry company says shoppers are 'more sophisticated' than five years ago.
September 05 , 2014
Chinese inspectors find quarantine pest in South African grapefruit
China's port of Jiuzhou has reportedly sent back its first ever substandard fruit shipment.
September 04 , 2014
Bayer CropScience to invest close to US$1B in U.S. businesses
Bayer's agricultural arm says it will invest heavily in U.S. infrastructure including labs and breeding stations.
September 04 , 2014
U.S.: industry 'surprised' at slow Navel season, says Capespan
Capespan says two key reasons are at the heart of why the Navel season went on longer than originally thought.
September 04 , 2014
Poland: drones used to 'photomap plant health' on farmland
A Polish company that manufactures UAVs for precision agriculture says growers can save 30% on fertilizer costs.
September 04 , 2014
Spanish growers turn up the heat with new protests planned
Spanish growers plan to rally in Madrid on Friday calling for more support amid Russia's ban on produce imports.
September 04 , 2014
U.S.: South African citrus pilot program lands in Texas
Houston, we have South African oranges.
September 03 , 2014
U.S.: Dole Food Company distances itself from Andy Hall case
Dole Food Company claims it has no connection with the Thai Pineapple Industry Association.
September 03 , 2014
