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Calcium carbide puts stain on domestic Indian mango market

The new Indian Government has pledged to crack down on dangerous chemicals used to artificially ripen fruit.
June 10 , 2014

Mexico blocks U.S. potato imports

Mexico's SENASICA has reportedly closed the country's doors to U.S. potatoes following complaints from local growers.
June 09 , 2014

U.S.: Limoneira raises 2014 income guidance

Strong lemon prices have led Limoneira to raise its income expectations by more than half.
June 09 , 2014

Opinion: what tax reform means for Chilean agribusiness

Tax reform is the hottest political topic in Chile right now. Tomas Vio explains what it will mean for growers.
June 09 , 2014

EU provides assistance to Papua New Guinea producer

The EU has given a new coconut oil processing facility to a Papua New Guinea company.
June 09 , 2014

Spider venom used to make bee-friendly pesticide

A new organic pesticide developed in the U.K. shows potential to step in to the void left by an EU ban on neonicotinoids.
June 09 , 2014

3D printer company 'reinvents concept of fruit on demand'

Is there any point to creating fake but edible 3D fruit? One U.K. company thinks there certainly is.
June 09 , 2014

Two North American blueberry companies join forces

Curry & Co and Driediger Farms have formed a partnership to give blueberry sales a lift.
June 09 , 2014

Russia places temporary ban on Ukrainian potatoes

With a 40% currency devaluation, Ukrainian growers can find good opportunities in Europe to offset a Russian ban on their potatoes.
June 09 , 2014

India: Bollywood star may become face of Maharashtra horticulture

After acting in more than 180 films, Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan will likely take to the stage of Maharashtra's fruit and vegetable industry.
June 06 , 2014