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No flood damages expected for South African table grapes
Despite flooding in the Western Cape, table grape producers have not reported major damages.
November 20 , 2013
Matoke banana varieties show promise for East African growers
New cooking banana varieties could ward off Black Sigatoka and give a production boost to East African farmers.
November 20 , 2013
U.S.: Del Monte agrees to settlement over discrimination lawsuit
Del Monte Fresh Produce will pay US$1.2 million to Thai claimants to settle a Hawaiian case, while bringing in new anti-discrimination procedures.
November 19 , 2013
South Africa: damage reports trickle in from Western Cape floods
Flash flooding struck the Western Cape over the weekend. Agricultural damage assessments are still underway.
November 19 , 2013
Russia threatens Polish produce ban
Poland may lose one of its largest produce markets if it doesn't meet Russian standards around certification and pesticide residues.
November 19 , 2013
Strong outlook for French kiwifruit growers, says Prim'land
Prices for early season French kiwifruit are higher this year thanks to a smaller crop and less Southern Hemisphere overhang.
November 19 , 2013
Leading players reach retail-supplier code in Australia
Australia's top two retailers have signed a landmark code of conduct for dealings with suppliers.
November 19 , 2013
China's tech sector enjoys fruit of kiwifruit harvest
China's Legend Holdings has reported strong kiwifruit volume from its agricultural division.
November 19 , 2013
Peruvian region anticipates trade agreements with India, Turkey
Peru's Lambayeque region expect free trade agreements with Turkey, Indonesia and India to benefit exporters.
November 18 , 2013
CPMA highlights "aggressive timeline" for Canadian produce import changes
Implementation of the Safe Food for Canadians Act and other regulations will lead to significant changes for produce imports.
November 18 , 2013
