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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
Australian PM announces apple war ceasefire with NZ
Australia's Prime Minister Julia Gillard announces an end to the New Zealand apple war, as the first overseas leader to addres the NZ parliament.
February 17 , 2011
Ecuador offers exporters collateral-free loans after U.S. trade decision
Ecuador has vowed to support fruit farmers with loans of up to US$2 million in the wake of a U.S. Congress decision not to renew a trade agreement with the South American country.
February 17 , 2011
Ecuador fines Chevron US$8.6B for environmental damages
Multinational Chevron has been fined $8.6 billion by an Ecuadorian court for contaminating the environment, but the company has ruled the decision fraudulent.
February 16 , 2011
South Africa's antitrust body approves Wal-Mart takeover
South Africa's Competition Commission has approved Wal-Mart's US$2.4 billion takeover deal of local retail chain Massmart.
February 16 , 2011
Colombia and China discuss US$7.6B Pacific-Atlantic railway line
Colombia will aim to become a stronger regional trade power in the Americas, as Chinese investors flock to the country with infrastructure development proposals.
February 16 , 2011
Southern Hemisphere apple exporters yet to compete with China in the U.S.
The Obama Administration has issued a list of 60 pests and diseases found on Chinese apples, marking the start of negotiations for potential future market entry.
February 16 , 2011
