Austrian parliament votes to ban cancer-linked weed killer glyphosate

"A plant poison that is suspected of being carcinogenic, should simply no longer be used," said Rendi-Wagner, the leader of Austria's Social Democrats.

July 05 , 2019

Australia expects bumper avocado crop, plans export growth

Based on the industry’s latest quarterly forecasting, the nation is set to produce 95,000 metric tons (MT) for the April 2019 - March 2020 period.

July 05 , 2019

Colombia denies rumored outbreak of TR4 in the country

The ICA said the rumors have likely arisen from confusion regarding the prevention campaigns Colombia carries out against the fungus and other viruses.

July 05 , 2019

India: Sahyadri Farmer Producer Company leads table grape exports

In addition to its export success, Sahyadri has also obtained exclusive production and marketing rights for India for ARRA grape varieties, said Financial Express.

July 04 , 2019

Japanese apple saplings reportedly sold illegally in China

The variety - Chiyuki - was registered in China four years ago, yet its saplings are reportedly being sold on a major Chinese online shopping site without consent of the registered rights holder.

July 04 , 2019

Ecuadorian bananas lose edge in EU markets, see decreased export growth rate

The cut in export volumes responds to a "reduction in purchases from important markets such as the European Union and South America," explained Acorbanec.

July 04 , 2019

New strawberry-picking robot regarded as 'revolution' for harvesters

The robot, called Rubion, can pick a bruise-free strawberry every five seconds and can deliver between 180 and 360 kilograms in a 16-hour day, says Science Business.

July 03 , 2019

Pink Lady apples "maintained good performance" in difficult EU markets

However, the minor decline - attributed to harsh weather conditions during harvest time - didn’t stop the Pink Lady brand from increasing its market share, says the company.

July 03 , 2019

Shipping companies drop British flag to avoid Brexit risks

With Britain set to depart from the EU on Oct. 31, there are growing worries among business leaders that the U.K. could crash out without a deal, Reuters explains.

July 03 , 2019

Argentine apple and pear exports suffer 15% price cut

An oversupply in the Northern Hemisphere and a 10-day closure of Argentina's border with Brazil negatively affected the apple and pear export season.

July 03 , 2019