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California authorizes state funds to help stop citrus greening
The CCM's Joel Nelsen says HLB is spreading at an "alarming rate" and the additional US$10 million in funding will "provide critically needed resources".
June 30 , 2017
California: UFW releases catchy cumbia jingle to advise on worker rights
With concerns over what Federal Government actions might mean for immigrant farmworkers, the union UFW has provided an upbeat informative message.
June 30 , 2017
Maersk cyber attack shows shipping industry's digital weakness
A cyber expert claims tests have shown overall cyber protections in the shipping industry are low.
June 30 , 2017
Planasa develops 'hanging tip' nursery for Moroccan berries
The growing method is said to bring the harvest date forward and also avoid the onset of diseases.
June 30 , 2017
California: Gerawan appeals State Court ruling against worker presence in mediations
A request from a longstanding Gerawan Farming employee was denied this week, upholding a 2013 decision.
June 30 , 2017
Where do Americans most love their berries?
In a new campaign California-based berry multinational Driscoll's is targeting the country's top 10 berry-consuming cities, which account for more than a quarter of national sales volume.
June 29 , 2017
New Kenya-U.K. airfreight route to boost produce trade
The weekly service from Nairobi to Yorkshire will see some 3,500MT of horticultural products transported each year.
June 29 , 2017
Philippine banana exports to China slide by a third
The drop is reportedly due to a prolonged dry spell in the country that has severely affected production.
June 29 , 2017
What will be the next profit drivers for South African apples?
Changes at play to address sunburn and improve packouts could lead to fundamental changes in the country's apple production practices.
June 29 , 2017
Argentina ships first lemons to Brazil in eight years
Argentina's Minister for Agro-Industry Ricardo Buryaile said the new deal could have a "contagious" effect of confidence on the rural economy.
June 29 , 2017
