Chilean govt approves cloud seeding to ease drought

Chile's drought-stricken farmers look set to have their problems alleviated by cloud seeding technology.

February 08 , 2012

Brazil seeks to pass national açaí authenticity law

The Brazilian government may pass a law that aims to stop biopiracy of the 'açaí' fruit brand.

February 08 , 2012

Kenyan growers upbeat on exports despite dimethoate ban

Kenyan producers are optimistic exports will continue to grow despite having to use more expensive pesticides.

February 07 , 2012

Opinion: the emerging tool of water footprinting for agricultural performance

Landcare Research advisor Anthony Hume discusses the importance of water footprinting in horticultural supply chains, using New Zealand's kiwifruit industry as an example.

February 07 , 2012

Peru's processed asparagus exports soar in 2011

A growing international appetite for asparagus has helped Peru bolster its shipments of the frozen and processed vegetable.

February 07 , 2012

Cocaine seized in Canadian tropical fruit shipment

Canadian police have made their second fruit-related cocaine bust in recent weeks.

February 07 , 2012

Australian growers fuming over lack of water leadership

Could Australia's proposed Murray Darling Basin draft plan might penalize efficient water users.

February 06 , 2012

Peruvian grape exports to rise 24% in 2012

Peruvian consultant Maximixe says the country's grape exports are set to rise again this year.

February 06 , 2012

Chile: port union calls for national mid-month strike

A Chilean port union has called for a national strike on Feb. 15 and 16.

February 06 , 2012

SA: Fresh Produce Exporters' Forum appoints new CEO

Ostrich industry veteran Anton Kruger will soon be heading up South Africa's FPEF.

February 06 , 2012