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"There's not much they can do", says Jara

The Mango Ecuador Foundation has found up to 30% of U.S. arrivals are going for inspection.
November 06 , 2012

Researchers find black raspberry aphid resistance

Three populations of black raspberries have shown resistance to a disease-spreading aphid.
November 06 , 2012

NZ growers prepare for insecticide phase-out

New Zealand has no immediate alternatives for some insecticides under review by the EPA.
November 06 , 2012

Australian banana study makes case for BBTV control

A cost-benefit analysis has weighed in favor of Australian banana growers excluding bunchy top virus.
November 05 , 2012

NZ could quadruple SunGold kiwifruit exports in 2013

Zespri CEO Lain Jager talks about a broad range of issues facing New Zealand kiwifruit growers.
November 05 , 2012

Argentina: frost takes toll on Corrientes citrus growers

Citrus production in the Argentine province of Corrientes is set to be down 70% next year.
November 05 , 2012

PMA Fresh Summit 2012 draws record turnout

Over 21,000 people gathered in California for the largest U.S. turnout in fresh produce history.
November 02 , 2012

Clemensoon, a new early variety of clementine

Spanish researchers claim to have developed the best early clementine available.
November 02 , 2012

Walnuts may combat breast cancer, U.S. study finds

Mice fed walnuts showed very positive results in fighting breast cancer, researchers said.
November 02 , 2012

NZ introduces new biocontrol method for apple pest management

A small parasitoid wasp is being used to control pests in New Zealand orchards.
November 02 , 2012