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NZ: learning Europe's lessons from Psa

New Zealand's Kiwifruit Vine Health has called for a national pest management strategy to combat disease Psa.
June 19 , 2012

Peruvian grape production to more than double in 2013

Peru's grape industry has witnessed impressive growth over a short period of time, according to a USDA report.
June 18 , 2012

Argentine ag under threat from tax overdrive

Argentine farmers' tax burdens are holding back the industry, claims an agricultural expert.
June 18 , 2012

U.S.: New Jersey blueberries ready ahead of schedule

One of the U.S.'s largest blueberry states has started harvesting 10 days earlier than normal.
June 18 , 2012

E.U. importers believe new organic accord will boost U.S. trade

European importers are upbeat about a new accord over organic certification between the U.S. and E.U.
June 18 , 2012

U.S. troops to train in Afghan viticulture

Washington State University has designed a program to teach U.S. troops about Afghan grape production.
June 15 , 2012

Costa Rican ports re-open for pineapple and banana exports

Costa Rica's ports are open again but strikers say they will continue action with road blockades.
June 15 , 2012

Pakistan hopes giant mango treatment plant will boost exports

A new mango hot water treatment plant in Karachi is expected to unlock fresh export destinations for Pakistan.
June 15 , 2012

Chilean project aims to improve plant resistance to extreme weather

Chilean researchers are developing an antioxidant product to improve fruit resistance to cold spells.
June 14 , 2012

Australia: enquiry demands citrus funding transparency

Horticulture Australia will have to change the way it tenders and assesses projects.
June 14 , 2012