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NZ: Overseas Investment Office in court over T&G clearout

A group of NZ kiwifruit growers is contesting BayWa's takeover of Turners & Growers in the High Court of Wellington.
August 23 , 2013

Kiwifruit consumption lifts mood and energy, NZ study shows

Young male students in a New Zealand study had less fatigue and more energy when consuming two kiwifruit a day.
August 23 , 2013

Egyptian citrus approved for return to U.S. market

High shipping costs could be a key barrier to Egypt's re-entry to the U.S. citrus market.
August 22 , 2013

Niche melon variety gets test run in South Africa

The Piel de Sapo melon is venturing out of its traditional growing territory into Southern Africa.
August 22 , 2013

Market Pulse Week 33 - 2013

As Mexico started up, the U.S. was in the peak of its local avocado harvest in week 33.
August 21 , 2013

Indian organic growers prepare for European market

Growers in India's Karnataka state hope to send organic produce to European consumers.
August 21 , 2013

U.S.: fresh goods to get direct line to Midwest

A direct, refrigerated rail service is in the works to connect the Port of Tampa to the Midwest.
August 21 , 2013

Chilean consortium hopes to boost productivity with BeeFood

Chilean researchers have developed supplements to raise the energy and protein levels of bees during subsistence periods.
August 20 , 2013

O'Rourke: changes ahead for apple and pear markets

World Apple Report's Desmond O'Rourke describes the evolution of world fruit markets.
August 20 , 2013

Human capital must lead South African ag, says Karaan

University of Stellenbosch's Mohammed Karaan says South African agriculture needs to be advanced and humane.
August 19 , 2013