Post Archive
Mexican farmers still wait for assistance
Mexico's farming assistance promises are yet to become a reality.
May 03 , 2011
New Brazilian citrus zone doubles production
Many Brazilian citrus farmers are opting to produce in a new part of the country due to its distance from diseases and pests.
May 02 , 2011
Former T&G chairman 'quietly confident' for Zespri court case
New Zealand's ambitions to be part of an extended Trans-Pacific Partnership FTA put serious pressure on a High Court case against Zespri, says former Turners & Growers chairman Tony Gibbs.
May 02 , 2011
Mexican worm outbreak 'under control'
A screwworm outbreak in the State of Mexico is 'under control' but it has affected avocado exports to the U.S.
May 02 , 2011
Chile's fruit industry looks to Dubai
Chile's fruit industry plans to reduce its dependence on exports to the U.S., with delegates bound for the Middle East later this month.
May 02 , 2011
Pacific Agreement forms new Latin American trade bloc
The presidents of Mexico, Colombia, Chile and Peru have met in Lima to sign the Pacific Agreement, which could rival Mercosur
May 02 , 2011
Anthracnose cracks Aussie pistachios
An outbreak of fungal anthracnose disease has led to a disastrous Australian pistachio season this year, triggering discussions about the fragility of monoculture farming.
April 29 , 2011
Dole sells Rainforest Alliance-certified bananas
Dole Food Company has risen to the task of the Rainforest Alliance's stringent standards, earning certification for banana farms in Costa Rica, Guatemala and Honduras.
April 29 , 2011
Australian grape industry welcomes Peruvian import prospect
Peru's plans to open counter-seasonal grape export negotiations with Australia have been well-received by local industry.
April 29 , 2011
FAO supports pan-African seed testing labs
The FAO has announced its support for a new initiative to boost harmonization of seed markets across the African continent.
April 29 , 2011
