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Russia to ramp up year-round tomato production with major greenhouse project
One Russian produce company plans to construct another 185 hectares of greenhouses using Dutch technology.
August 14 , 2017
Peru exports more pomegranates in "healthy" season
The industry has its eyes on a Chinese market opening, which would provide big opportunities for the counter-seasonal supplier.
August 14 , 2017
HiveXchange to unlock opportunities for Aussie produce with Asian expansion
The digital wholesale market for fresh produce has opened a Hong Kong office and says it is actively recruiting commercial buyers.
August 14 , 2017
Opinion: Pros and cons of club varieties
"With over 80 apple breeding programs around the world, the branded new variety scene will become a very crowded place," says John Winton of AgFirst.
August 14 , 2017
Hancock to take the helm at Citrus Australia
The Western Australian will assume the CEO role when Judith Damiani steps down at the end of the year.
August 11 , 2017
Monsanto comes under increased scrutiny for glyphosate safety reviews
Internal emails reportedly reveal how scientific reviews of Roundup were not as independent as thought.
August 11 , 2017
Denser orchards, new rootstocks for leading Argentine Hass avocado grower
The man who brought Hass avocados to Argentina in the 80s is revamping his fields to keep up with growing demand at home and overseas.
August 11 , 2017
Study finds biodiversity benefits in NZ's IFP apple farming system
A Plant & Food Research study found the Integrated Fruit Production (IFP) system was on par with organic farming.
August 11 , 2017
Opinion: The issues riddling organic will set the stage for 2018 Farm Bill
Melody Meyer takes a look at some of the key topics currently "vexing" the organic seal in the U.S.
August 11 , 2017
Chinese importer holds launch event for Canadian blueberry season
"Consumers have lessened their sensitivity towards fruit prices," says the head of a Chinese importer.
August 11 , 2017
