Chile rains dampen grape forecasts

Chile's grape production is still expected to grow this year but will not reach previous forecasts, as a result of abnormal rains earlier this month.

February 18 , 2011

Urban farming blossoms in Kenya

Up to 90% of African cities depend on farming using wastewater, but a UN report highlights the risks of food contamination in many cases.

February 18 , 2011

South Africa grape shipments to northern Europe up 11.8%

South Africa boosted table grape shipments to northern Europe in week 5 as packing came to a close in some regions, leading to falls in exports elsewhere.

February 17 , 2011

AMHPAC launches Mexico-U.S. horticultural matchmaking initiative

The Mexican Protected Horticulture Association (AMHPAC) has launched a new initiative from its U.S. office, linking growers with retailers and marketers.

February 17 , 2011

Chile drought effects reach ‘critical’ stage for fruit industry

Chile's drought has affected the quality and size of a broad spectrum of fruits, with the situation expected to become 'critical' in more areas.

February 17 , 2011

Ecuador fines Chevron US$8.6B for environmental damages

Multinational Chevron has been fined $8.6 billion by an Ecuadorian court for contaminating the environment, but the company has ruled the decision fraudulent.

February 16 , 2011

South Africa's antitrust body approves Wal-Mart takeover

South Africa's Competition Commission has approved Wal-Mart's US$2.4 billion takeover deal of local retail chain Massmart.

February 16 , 2011

Southern Hemisphere apple exporters yet to compete with China in the U.S.

The Obama Administration has issued a list of 60 pests and diseases found on Chinese apples, marking the start of negotiations for potential future market entry.

February 16 , 2011

Trans Pacific Partnership talks commence in Chile

Representatives from nine different countries have met in Chile this week to discuss trade opportunities.

February 15 , 2011

Australia's almond crops drowning in Victoria

Australa's almong-growing region of Sunraysia is inundated with water, leaving farmers in a desperate situation to recover what they can.

February 14 , 2011