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Bayer wins U.S. approval for Monsanto deal

Bayer now only needs clearance from Canada and Mexico to complete its US$62.5 billion deal, having won EU approval in March.
May 30 , 2018

South Africa: Agri SA urges caution over minimum wage bill

The measure will see millions of workers earn 3,500 rand (US$277) a month.
May 30 , 2018

Australian mango production hit record in 2017-18

While both early and late season mangoes received good prices, an oversupply mid-season pushed prices down for some regions.
May 30 , 2018

Colombia ships first Quindío-grown avocados to U.S.

The fruit should arrive on June 8, after which it will be sold by Calavo Growers.
May 30 , 2018

India tariff threat on U.S. apples comes during "remarkable season"

U.S. apple exporters shipping to India could be hit with an additional 30% tariff in the coming weeks if the Asian country follows through on a threat to implement retaliatory trade measures.
May 30 , 2018

Colombia hit by mango oversupply

An industry representative says the mango export sector needs to develop significantly, with less than 1% of the crop currently shipped abroad as fresh fruit.
May 30 , 2018

UAE bans fresh fruit imports from Indian state

The move comes amid a deadly outbreak of the Nipah virus in India, which has been linked to fruit bats.
May 29 , 2018

U.S. moves ahead with tariffs on Chinese imports

The development comes despite an apparent easing of tensions between the two countries over recent days.
May 29 , 2018

Avocados in Charts: Dynamic growth and opportunities in the U.S. market

In this 'in charts' series of mini-articles, Colin Fain of data visualization tool Agronometrics illustrates how markets are evolving.
May 29 , 2018

Canada: Healthy eating campaign sees children become 'chef for a day'

"The development of proper food skills is an essential foundation for healthy eating, and the best way to learn is a hands-on experience."
May 29 , 2018