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North American tomato industry sees 'dramatic change' in recent years

An agricultural economist says new industry players, production methods and growing areas have significantly transformed the collective U.S., Mexican and Canadian tomato sector.
October 07 , 2015

Cocoa farming helps Dominica bounce back after storm

Dominica is hoping to use a recent storm that devastated most of the island's fruit crops as an opportunity.
October 06 , 2015

U.K.: Potato labor supplier has license revoked for ‘endangering’ workers

The U.K.'s Gangmasters Licensing Authority says a labor supplier showed a 'flagrant disregard' for the well-being of her employees.
October 06 , 2015

Australia: Native Kimberley superfruit to hit the global stage

After trial a gubinge plantation went in the ground in an Aboriginal community a decade ago, the operation is set to be greatly expanded.
October 02 , 2015

Dominican Republic govt to start direct banana purchases

The Dominican Republic government plans to buy bananas directly from growers in a bid to prevent price speculation.
September 30 , 2015

Kiwifruit New Zealand elects new leaders

The board of New Zealand's kiwifruit sector regulator has chosen a new chair and CEO with an arsenal of legal and export-oriented experience behind them.
September 29 , 2015

U.K.: It's time for govt to wake up to 'obesity time bomb', expert warns

A professor has praised a retailer's plans to have candy-free checkouts from next year, but says the U.K. needs to learn from countries like France and Finland to cut childhood obesity.
September 29 , 2015

U.S.: Shoppers spend more overall when buying avocados, study shows

Avocados have been shown to have a strong multiplier effect for retail spending in the United States.
September 29 , 2015

South Korea a 'standout success story' for South African citrus

South Africa is making the most of grapefruit market access in South Korea, leading to a boom in shipments this year.
September 28 , 2015

Dole farmer pesticide case to be revisited

Hundreds of Central American banana workers who allege pesticide use caused health problems have been granted a rehearing of their case against Dole Food Company.
September 25 , 2015

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