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OSF: of course we won't be supplying McDonald's soon
Okanagan Specialty Fruits has responded to interpretations of letters about its GM apples.
November 12 , 2013
McDonald's, Gerber rule out using GM apples in the short term
The developers of GM Arctic apples have pointed to benefits in food service but McDonald's is not interested.
November 12 , 2013
Peru: Camposol announces fresh board resignation
A second director of Peruvian produce exporter Camposol has resigned from the board in the space of a week.
November 12 , 2013
Philippines: Del Monte pineapples spared in devastating typhoon
Despite extreme destruction to the central Philippines, Del Monte reported minimal damage to its operations.
November 12 , 2013
India: Delhi High Court orders pesticide reassessment
In a no-trust vote, the Delhi High Court has ordered the government to reassess produce pesticide levels.
November 12 , 2013
South Africa: farm strike intensifies in Western Cape
Arson and arrests were reported in relation to farm strikes in South Africa's Western Cape yesterday.
November 12 , 2013
Chile: Hortifrut reports strong results in third quarter
Hortifrut attributed growth to a rise in volume and strong performance by international subsidiaries.
November 12 , 2013
Psa may develop copper treatment resistance in NZ, says KVH
The misuse of copper sprays in New Zealand could lead to resistance in Psa bacteria, according to KVH.
November 11 , 2013
Brazilian smartphones track fruit back to the farm
With the touch of a smartphone screen, Brazilian shoppers can trace produce across the supply chain.
November 11 , 2013
South Africa: renewed action marks one-year anniversary of farm strikes
A reported 4,000 farm workers went on strike last week, affecting a major Western Cape fruit producer.
November 11 , 2013
