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Australia: Select Harvests to make landmark acquisitions
A leading Australian almond company plans to spend US$59 million on new properties and water entitlements in a bid to double production by 2018.
August 24 , 2014
Brazilian authorities approve GM fruit fly trials
A U.K. company is taking a further step in testing fruit fly controls through genetic modification, but GeneWatch believes the move could threaten the food supply.
August 22 , 2014
Peruvian avocado industry accuses Chile of unfair treatment
A Peruvian industry representative has asked 'why aren't Californian avocados tested for sunblotch in Chile too?'
August 22 , 2014
Russia eases ban on certain produce
In order to help its own farmers, Russia has scrapped some agricultural items from its import ban including onion and potato seeds.
August 21 , 2014
Chilean scientists find new way to control fruit decomposition
A Chilean team may have come up with something of an elixir of shelf life.
August 21 , 2014
EU slates €125M for emergency measures to prop up produce industry
The European Union will tap emergency funding to support growers affected by Russia's import ban, but not all crops will be included.
August 18 , 2014
Peru: Camposol profit surges more than 2.5 times in Q2
Peppers were the only produce item that didn't show growth for Peruvian exporter Camposol in the second quarter.
August 18 , 2014
Brazilian suitor urges Chiquita shareholders to reject Fyffes merger
After the Chiquita board said "no" to a takeover offer, two Brazilian groups are making a direct pitch to shareholders.
August 18 , 2014
U.S.: Chiquita board rejects Brazilian offer
Banana workers and advocacy groups had raised concern that a Brazilian takeover would set back 15 years of progress. Luckily for them, Chiquita is not recommending the deal to its shareholders.
August 14 , 2014
Peru can 'perfectly complement' Chilean grapes, says Cilloniz
A Peruvian market consultant says his country can partner with Chile to ensure a smoother grape supply.
August 13 , 2014
