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U.K. businesses make fruit and veg commitment

Almost 20 U.K. companies have now pledged to promote fruit and vegetable consumption.
November 21 , 2012

South Africa: unified norms encouraged in face of labor unrest

The Sustainability Initiative of South Africa seeks to unify industry standards and avoid labor confusion.
November 21 , 2012

Organic food industry booming in Brazil

Brazil moves around US$240 million in organic goods each year, mostly to the benefit of farming families.
November 21 , 2012

Growth in Asia promising for Chilean table grapes

Chilean table exports are set to grow by 4% worldwide in 2012-13.
November 20 , 2012

Sharp spike for Mexican lime exports

Mexican lime exports rose by nearly half in the first nine months of 2012.
November 20 , 2012

Peruvian mangoes back on track for coming season

After a hard 2011-2012 season, Peruvian mango production is expected to bounce back to normal.
November 20 , 2012

Carbon sequestration mapping a boost for NZ kiwifruit industry

Soil organic carbon mapping in New Zealand could change the way kiwifruit growers manage orchards.
November 20 , 2012

UN works to reduce methyl bromide emissions

The United Nations is working to reduce use of the common pesticide methyl bromide.
November 19 , 2012

Ecuador to aid banana growers in crop shift

The Ecuadorian government is offering banana growers support to switch to more suitable crops.
November 19 , 2012

Philippine govt to support five-year mango plan

The Philippine mango industry has taken a battering in recent years, but re-development is underway.
November 19 , 2012