Post Archive
Biological clock discovery gives insight to farmers
Argentine researchers have made an important step in the understanding of biological clock genes, which could lead to photosynthesis timing alterations for fruit crops.
March 04 , 2011
The Amorous Adventures of Miss Ava Cado
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Q-4vbR8FYY&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
March 04 , 2011
SA farmers to receive US$108M relief package
The South African government has responded to farmer concerns with a financial aid package for those directly affected by drought or flood.
March 04 , 2011
Another fruit escape animation
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxWnF74jD5A[/youtube]
March 04 , 2011
Peru's mangoes face Mexican standoff in the U.S.
Delays for Peruvian mangoes mean they will likely have to compete in the U.S. market at the same time as their Mexican and Guatemalan counterparts, with price falls expected.
March 04 , 2011
Australia upbeat on almonds and pears
Australia's almond crop is looking promising this year despite floods as the country gears up to be the world's second-largest producer by 2015.
March 04 , 2011
Chiquita Banana blast from the past
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pw08N8huTDE&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
March 04 , 2011
NZ company launches new blueberry varieties
New Zealand-based Turners & Growers is developing four new blueberry varieties for local and international sale
March 03 , 2011
Dole Chile and Oppenheimer unite under Summerkiwi
Dole Chile and Oppenheimer have united under the Summerkiwi Corporation banner to coordinate harvests, quality and packing.
March 03 , 2011
Australian scientists confirm apple peels fight cancer
Researchers from the University of Melbourne have found tomato and apple peel waste can slow cancer growth
March 03 , 2011
