Post Archive
Brazilian research group targets banana disease
A Brazilian research group aims to tackle black sigatoka disease in banana plantations, with a new study applying bio fertilizers.
February 21 , 2011
Colombia's truck drivers lift strikes
Colombia's 15-day truck driver strike has come to a close as the government reached a breakthrough deal with the union.
February 18 , 2011
Colombia's truck drivers lift strikes
Colombia's 15-day truck driver strike has come to a close as the government reached a breakthrough deal with the union.
February 18 , 2011
Uruguay pushes for Iran trade alliance
Uruguay has sent a delegation to Iran to negotiate agricultural trade and develop scientific research partnerships.
February 18 , 2011
Australia tops organic farmland list
Recent figures show global organic farming practices are increasing, with Oceania, Europe and Latin America listed as the largest producers.
February 18 , 2011
Chile rains dampen grape forecasts
Chile's grape production is still expected to grow this year but will not reach previous forecasts, as a result of abnormal rains earlier this month.
February 18 , 2011
Urban farming blossoms in Kenya
Up to 90% of African cities depend on farming using wastewater, but a UN report highlights the risks of food contamination in many cases.
February 18 , 2011
South Africa grape shipments to northern Europe up 11.8%
South Africa boosted table grape shipments to northern Europe in week 5 as packing came to a close in some regions, leading to falls in exports elsewhere.
February 17 , 2011
AMHPAC launches Mexico-U.S. horticultural matchmaking initiative
The Mexican Protected Horticulture Association (AMHPAC) has launched a new initiative from its U.S. office, linking growers with retailers and marketers.
February 17 , 2011
Chile drought effects reach ‘critical’ stage for fruit industry
Chile's drought has affected the quality and size of a broad spectrum of fruits, with the situation expected to become 'critical' in more areas.
February 17 , 2011
