Post Archive
U.S.: PMA presents 200-page document to FDA over food safety regulations
The PMA has called for the Food and Drug Administration to avoid creating confusion over two rules under the FSMA.
November 18 , 2013
Chilean cherry industry continues Chinese focus
The Chilean cherry industry expects a slight rise in exports to China this year, despite the effects of frosts.
November 18 , 2013
Dried pineapples offer new niche for South African exporter
South Africa's Novapine has transformed its fresh pineapple business through dried fruit exports.
November 18 , 2013
Argentina expects new pome fruit protocol with China
The Argentine pome fruit industry hopes a new protocol will finally open up access to the Chinese market.
November 15 , 2013
Taiwanese technology could speed up virus testing in bananas, potatoes
Taiwanese developers say a new technology could cut virus testing costs and duration for three crops.
November 15 , 2013
Disease-tolerant banana undergoes testing in West Indies, France
A banana variety developed by France's CIRAD may help growers reduce pesticide use in the fight against Black Sigatoka disease.
November 15 , 2013
Electromagnetic technology shows promise for better crop yield
To address water demands, Chilean researchers hope electromagnetic fields will improve efficiency in agriculture.
November 15 , 2013
Brazil: Bayer CropScience and Fundecitrus team up on HLB
The "Citrus Unidos" plan provides a US$4 million investment to fight citrus greening in Brazil.
November 15 , 2013
Brazilian govt expects strong value rise for crops in 2013
Oranges, bananas and tomatoes are set to help support a strong rise in Brazilian crop income next year.
November 15 , 2013
Opinion: building the Pacific Rim's produce powerhouse
PMA Australia-New Zealand's Michael Worthington urges Pacific Rim produce industry players to connect in Auckland's Fresh Connections in June.
November 14 , 2013
