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Brazil releases disease-resistant guarana varieties

Guarana fruit yields could skyrocket in Amazonas thanks to two new varieties developed in Brazil.
November 22 , 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

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

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

South Australia takes pre-emptive action to ensure fruit fly-free status

The South Australian government has announced an industry first in tackling Queensland fruit fly.
November 13 , 2013

Chilean blueberry industry embarks on European marketing campaign

Several key European countries will get an extra taste of Chilean blueberries during winter months.
November 13 , 2013

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

Mexico: papaya researchers explore natural pest control

Papaya producers can avoid high pesticide costs using a variety of biological control measures.
November 11 , 2013

Okanagan expects U.S. approval for Arctic apples in early 2014

U.S. authorities have opened up assessments on genetically modified apples for public comment.
November 08 , 2013

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