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

Five countries unite under International Pome Fruit Alliance in Berlin

The International Pome Fruit Alliance (IPFA) has been officially formed at Fruit Logistica in Berlin, with opportunities for participating companies to share varieties and arrange royalty schemes.

February 14 , 2011

Mexican opposition party to vote against FTA

Mexico's PRD party has joined the country's agricultural industry in a chorus of dissent against a proposed free trade deal with Peru, Brazil and Colombia.

February 14 , 2011

Uruguay drought leads to smaller citrus fruits

A lack of rain this summer in Uruguay is expected to lead to smaller citrus fruits, as a local agricultural investigation institute advises farmers to check their filters and drip systems to conserve water.

February 14 , 2011

Australia's cyclone-damaged bananas to be sold

Mature cyclone-damaged bananas have been approved for sale certification in Australia.

February 11 , 2011

Unusual rainfall in Chile

A Chilean meteorological expert has explained the country's unusual rainfall is a result of a cold core high, while there are yet to be any crops reported damaged.

February 11 , 2011

Mexico's agriculture industry opposes free trade deal

Mexican industry leaders have slammed the government over FTA plans with Peru, Colombia and Brazil, saying it would only be negative for the agricultural sector.

February 10 , 2011