U.K. govt rejects European Union conclusions on pesticides, bees

The U.K. government has rejected the science behind an EU neonicotinoid ban but will have to implement it anyway.

September 11 , 2013

South Africa: Cosatu hints at another farm worker strike

South Africa's Cosatu is not pleased with February's farm worker minimum wage and may push for another strike.

September 11 , 2013

U.S.: Georgia peaches enjoy strong season despite rains

Focused marketing and big fruit have meant a strong year for Georgia peaches.

September 11 , 2013

Philippine banana sector calls for more action against disease

Disease has led to more low-quality Philippine banana shipments, participants heard at a recent export congress.

September 10 , 2013

Banana importer launches first legal action over Chilean port strikes

A lawsuit against a Chilean port operator could be an important precedent for fruit exporters, according to Manuel José Vial.

September 10 , 2013

Chile tests geothermal greenhouse

Chile's geothermal greenhouse could minimize temperature-related losses and lower energy costs.

September 10 , 2013

Bayer CropScience announces major sales, investment goals

Bayer CropScience is planning a US$500 million herbicide plant, which is its biggest single construction project to date.

September 09 , 2013

Australian cherry production could rise in 2013-14

A USDA report forecasts jumps and falls in the production of different Australian stonefruit crops in 2013-14.

September 09 , 2013

South Africa: shack walls provide source of fresh produce

Designer Stephen Lamb asks how fresh produce can be provided to South Africa's poorest populations.

September 09 , 2013

"Impressive clip" avocado growth strengthens Calavo's Q3 results

Calavo Growers outstripped the sales growth rate for the U.S. avocado industry as a whole in the third quarter.

September 06 , 2013