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Peach waste used to make bio-packaging

In the future peaches could be packaged in its own former waste, says new project that makes bio-containers out of stone fruit.
November 20 , 2019

U.S.: Kroger introduces urban farming to its stores

Kroger opens in-store mini urban farms in an effort to revamp its traditional feel and appeal to the environmentally-conscious consumer.
November 20 , 2019

U.S.: FDA increases romaine lettuce testing in wake of outbreaks

The FDA creates a new, more stringent testing plan for lettuce to identify sources of e.Coli and other pathogens following outbreaks and criticism.
November 19 , 2019

Walmart Chile requests state protection to prevent further damage to stores

Walmart Chile says that 34 of its Lider supermarket stores have been set on fire over recent weeks, with half of them completely lost.
November 19 , 2019

Ancient Aztec farming technique could aid urban ag, study finds

"Today, many cities face very similar challenges as Mexico City did 700 years ago," says the author of study on the modern relevance of an Ancient Aztec farming technique.
November 19 , 2019

Grapes in Charts: Prices hit five-year high despite heavy October volumes

Currently, average reported prices in California are at a five-year high in the U.S. market - around US$21.10 per box.
November 19 , 2019

Zespri expecting strong returns for EU growers despite challenges

Zespri's operations in Europe looks towards a strong kiwifruit season as it comes out of a season riddled with pest and disease.
November 18 , 2019

Bangladesh flies in onions as major shortage sends prices soaring

Onion prices hit record highs since neighboring India banned exports in September after heavy monsoon rains reduced the crop.
November 18 , 2019

New Zealand topfruit exports to rise in 2020

New trees coming into production and trade developments are driving forces behind the year's positive outlook for New Zealand topfruit.
November 18 , 2019

Apeel undergoing rapid international expansion, has "productive" 2020 pipeline

At PMA Fresh Summit last month, FreshFruitPortal.com caught up with Apeel's Natalie Shuman to hear about what the company is up to.
November 18 , 2019