Post Archive
Russia suspects fraudulent documents in blocked vegetable shipment
The latest interception of suspicious produce coming into Russia had more than 10 times the usual volume from such blocked consignments, which seem to be becoming more frequent.
April 23 , 2015
U.K. Potato Council leader criticizes Canary Islands rejections
An ongoing row with the Canary Islands has led to a frustrating and costly season for U.K. potato exporters.
April 23 , 2015
U.S.: Western Growers enters Silicon Valley alliance
A major U.S. agricultural association believes technology and innovation will be essential to feed a soaring global population.
April 22 , 2015
Argentine pomegranate exporter doubles shipments
A few weeks of rainfall at the start of a company's pomegranate harvest did not dampen an 'extremely positive' season.
April 22 , 2015
India steps up plant surveillance after Pakistan's TR4 outbreak
With previous strains of Panama disease already in the country, India is pulling out the stops to prevent a TR4 incursion.
April 22 , 2015
U.S. Supreme Court rejects human rights abuse claims against Chiquita
Chiquita had a victory in court yesterday for one case, right as a new one had just opened with allegations of "pesticide showers" in Guatemala.
April 21 , 2015
Australia: TR4 eradication "not feasible" in Queensland
Containment is now the only hope for Queensland banana growers after the National Management Group (NMG) for Panama disease TR4 ruled out eradication.
April 20 , 2015
New on-the-go packaging for booming berry sector
Belgian berry importer Special Fruit says new labels, topseals and shakers reflect a 'unique market move'.
April 20 , 2015
Editor's Note: Fuerza Atacama - After the flood, a view from the mud
In today's special edition, we take an on-the-ground look at the human and economic impacts of unprecedented floods in Chile's north.
April 17 , 2015
Prohens: Out with the grapes, in with the emergency supplies
A table grape facility in northern Chile has been turned into a distribution center to support the post-flood relief effort.
April 17 , 2015
