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Costa Rica grants environmental approval for APM Terminals project

A US$1 billion port project in Costa Rica has been given the green light by environmental authorities.
December 19 , 2014

Exports drop 45% for Peruvian banana group

Disease woes look set to slash exports by 45% this year for a northern Peruvian organic banana group.
December 19 , 2014

Argentine cherries reach Hong Kong market

Argentine cherry exports have been made more viable with the help of direct flights from Patagonia to international markets.
December 19 , 2014

USDA develops colored potato varieties

Three new healthy potato cultivars with red and purple flesh are now on sale in the U.S.
December 18 , 2014

Argentine pome fruit growers forecast earlier harvest

The Williams pear harvest in parts of Argentina will likely begin around a week earlier than normal.
December 18 , 2014

U.K: Sainsbury's suppliers to be taught how to spot exploitation

A 'ground-breaking partnership' has been created between a major British retailer and a labor investigator.
December 18 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 50, 2014

Demand for medium-sized avocados was strong in the U.S. during week 50.
December 17 , 2014

Opinion: Why 'eco-credentials' will soon become a necessity

Plant & Food NZ's Dr. Brent Clothier discusses what growers can expect from better detailing their eco-footprint.
December 17 , 2014

Freshmax markets Love Beets in NZ

After securing national distribution rights, Freshmax NZ plans to bring Love Beets to Australia.
December 17 , 2014

U.K.: Festive season surge for organic vegetables

A major British supplier says sales of its organic broccoli are up 20% year-on-year.
December 17 , 2014