Agri SA urges new president to find "amicable solutions" to land question

"South Africa remains a highly divided nation and it is through honouring the dignity of every South African, inclusivity and mutual respect that this divide can be bridged," the farming association said.

February 21 , 2018

Innovation: Adapting broadacre practices for horticulture

John Deere tractors with tracks were designed for broadacre agriculture, but an Australian grower has found a successful way to use the equipment in its strawberry operations.

February 21 , 2018

U.S.: Alabama kiwifruit co-op aims to export locally-developed gold varieties

Sun Pacific is reportedly an investor in what is said to be the only commercial kiwifruit operation in the U.S. outside of California.

February 21 , 2018

State of the Market - Week 7, 2018

The poor condition of Chilean Flame seedless is affecting sales of other origins and varietal groups, with sharp price declines in week 7.

February 21 , 2018

"Active population" of fruit flies now in Tasmania

Numerous fruit flies as well as larvae have now been detected in a backyard orchard in George Town, which lies outside of the previous control areas.

February 20 , 2018

Japan: Fukushima peach exports rise as contamination fears subside

Seven years on from the nuclear disaster, Fukushima is beginning to regain a foothold in Asian peach markets.

February 20 , 2018

U.S. fruit and nut exports hit five-year record in 2017

One of the most notable changes was a 42% rise in exports to India, overtaking Japan and coming in just behind Mexico as the fourth-largest market.

February 20 , 2018

U.K. fruit imports held steady in 2017

Avocados and oranges were star performers in the market, while strong growth was seen for suppliers such as South Africa, Costa Rica and Peru.

February 20 , 2018

Former Cyclone Gita to hit NZ

The storm is expected to hit the north of the South Island and the south of the North Island on Tuesday.

February 19 , 2018

World Avocado Organization celebrates "huge success" for pan-European campaign

The WAO last year created the first global generic brand for an agricultural product, when European avocado sales rose by 16%.

February 19 , 2018