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South Australia fruit fly outbreak 'unlikely' to hit commercial growers, says govt
An eradication plan is now in place after Medfly larvae was found in a southern Adelaide suburb.
February 26 , 2016
Provocative photographer makes social comment on 'ugly fruit'
"This is a very personal project and not a job because I feel strongly on the issue," says artist Giorgio Cravero.
February 25 , 2016
Indian group enters export sphere in sweet corn, bananas
With a patented packaging process for sealing cooked sweet corn, Y-Cook! has taken the Indian market by storm and is now about to start trial exports to Europe.
February 25 , 2016
U.S. salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts
The CDC has recommended people not to consume alfalfa sprouts from Sweetwater Farms of Inman, Kansas at this time.
February 23 , 2016
Could whitefly-resistant wild tomatoes secure future production?
A recent British study into wild genes and whiteflies could have major implications for the global tomato industry.
February 23 , 2016
U.S.: Charleston Port to join pilot import program for South American fruit
A Customized Brokers executive describes any expansion of the program as a "huge win for consumers".
February 19 , 2016
PMA appoints new GM for southern Africa branch
Lindie Stroebel will soon take on the role of general manager for southern Africa at the Produce Marketing Association.
February 19 , 2016
Organic growers, certification bodies flocking to bioC directory
The directory of certified organic operators has swelled several hundred percent in the last few years.
February 18 , 2016
PNG temporarily lifts ban on Aussie imports
Australian group Ausveg has applauded the move from Papua New Guinea in the hope the ban is removed permanently.
February 16 , 2016
CBI initiates joint event project with Central American countries
While governmental development agencies can help third world countries raise their export potential, the end goal is to ultimately forge self-sufficiency.
February 11 , 2016
