Top Stories
Spain: mites could help citrus pest control
A Spanish study has found soil mites can help reduce thrip infestations in citrus fruits.
November 19 , 2012
Slight rise for Dole earnings in Q3
The Dole Food Company managed to raise earnings in the third quarter despite challenging conditions.
November 16 , 2012
North Bay Produce opens new U.S. distribution point
North Bay Produce is bullish about the logistics potential of its airport facility in St. Louis.
November 16 , 2012
Return on investment surges for Wal-Mart
Walmart's ROI has jumped but earnings took a hit from currency exchange rates.
November 16 , 2012
U.S. schools build bonds with local farmers
The USDA Farm to Schools grant will reach around 1.75 million students.
November 16 , 2012
U.S. individual to litigate against Dole over "misleading consumers"
Dole has come under fire for the alleged practices of a Guatemalan banana farm it sourced from.
November 15 , 2012
Asia: make or break for export grapes
We hear from South America and South Africa about the prospects and perils of the Asian grape market.
November 15 , 2012
Program introduces South African students to citrus industry
South African high school students are earning hands-on farming skills in a new citrus program.
November 14 , 2012
Prunes take center stage at Chilean conference
The world's top prune exporter is looking for new ways to generate interest in the dried fruit.
November 14 , 2012
Fresh Connections Peru brings in record attendance
'New scenarios, new opportunities to do business" was the key theme at Fresh Connections Peru this week.
November 14 , 2012
