Post Archive

Opinion: purple sweet potatoes ready for the holidays

Karen Caplan discusses a brilliantly-colored sweet potato variety that is high in anthocyanins with a low glycemic index.
November 25 , 2013

Polish anger over Russian ban threat

Polish apple producers claim Russia's proposed import ban is based on political reasons relating to support for Ukraine-EU ties.
November 25 , 2013

Food Tank: indigenous crops for a food-secure world

Food Tank's Danielle Nierenberg discusses the potential of indigenous crops in promoting food security.
November 25 , 2013

South Africa: lemon exports stable despite restrictions in Europe

South Africa reported significant differences in its global lemon distribution due to limitations in Europe.
November 23 , 2013

German sensor company addresses crop water demands

ZIM Plant Technology claims it has reduced crop water needs significantly in arid climates.
November 22 , 2013

WWF South Africa assesses fruit industry impact

The Sustainable Fruit Initiative looks to minimize the environmental impact of South African producers.
November 22 , 2013

Brazil releases disease-resistant guarana varieties

Guarana fruit yields could skyrocket in Amazonas thanks to two new varieties developed in Brazil.
November 22 , 2013

Frost delays Brazilian watermelon harvest

A later season is expected for the world's fourth largest watermelon producer as a result of weather conditions.
November 22 , 2013

Chile plans January blueberry promotion blitz in Asia

The Chilean blueberry industry will undertake a range of initiatives to boost consumption in China and South Korea.
November 22 , 2013

Taiwan to slash tariffs for NZ cherry exporters

New Zealand is set to get a fresh competitive edge in its top cherry export market.
November 21 , 2013