Vietnam approves Syngenta GM corn seed cultivation

A transgenic maize variety that is resistant to the Asian corn borer has been given the green light for cultivation by Vietnamese authorities.

March 18 , 2015

Table grape season wrapping up in South Africa

As South Africa's table grape season is on its last legs, weather conditions for harvest are the best seen in decades in the Hex River Valley.

March 18 , 2015

Some NZ growers disappointed by "extravagant" Zespri buyer visit

New Zealand's kiwifruit industry has seen dissent in the ranks after around NZ$500,000 was spent on a recent buyer visit, but Zespri claims it was necessary to boost sales of a rising gold variety crop.

March 18 , 2015

Chile: Strike lifted in Valparaiso

Fruit industry leaders have congratulated port operators and workers in Valparaiso for finding a prompt resolution to a cargo dispute.

March 17 , 2015

India: Gigantic hail stones ravage grape crops

"Farmers have never really seen anything like the size of the hail stones," says an Indian grape industry leader.

March 17 , 2015

Chile: ASOEX calls for govt action to end Valparaiso port strike

A Chilean strike puts fruit shipments at risk of missing thresholds for the U.S. Marketing Order.

March 17 , 2015

Australia: Panama Disease TR4 confirmed in Queensland

The head of the Australian Banana Growers' Council says although the detection of Panama Disease Tropical Race 4 is a 'substantial challenge', he is confident it's one the industry can successfully meet.

March 16 , 2015

Nadorcott case against Tango just a delay tactic, says Eurosemillas

Spanish growers have been undeterred by calls not to plant the seedless Tango mandarin variety, with demand outstripping supply.

March 16 , 2015

Costa Rica recognizes first carbon neutral banana farm

A Costa Rican banana farm hopes its eco-friendly practices will serve as an example to the industry.

March 16 , 2015

Honduras: Finca Tropical responds to anti-union allegations

A banana supplier to Chiquita has defended its labor record following recent criticisms from FESTAGRO.

March 16 , 2015