Organic industry reacts to comparative nutrition study

U.S. and European organic companies assess the many facets of their category and how it relates to a recent study claiming superior nutritional benefits.

July 21 , 2014

U.K. organic health study is misleading and dismisses key facts, experts say

British scientists have questioned why higher antioxidants in organic fruit should equate to public health benefits.

July 21 , 2014

U.S.: Sysco to pay US$19.4M settlement over unrefrigerated food sheds

Foodservice provider Sysco has agreed to pay damages for its prior use of noncompliant drop sites in California.

July 21 , 2014

U.S.: APHIS proposes rule to allow Chinese apple imports

A recent posting on the Federal Register puts China one step closer to gaining access to the U.S. apple market.

July 18 , 2014

U.S.: Farm Bill funding pays greater attention to organic growers

The USDA has slated a record level of funding for organic certification cost-share assistance.

July 18 , 2014

Ecuador-EU trade agreement is "marvelous", says banana industry leader

Ecuador is now one step closer to being on par with its banana-exporting competitors in Europe when it comes to tariffs.

July 17 , 2014

U.S.: new study reveals worrying impacts of Californian drought

The new study from UC Davis says groundwater reserves cannot be treated like an 'unlimited savings account'.

July 16 , 2014

Chile: grape pioneer passes away

An important figure in Chile's agricultural development, Alfonso Prohens, has died.

July 15 , 2014

Chile: Court of Appeals rejects bid to block Peruvian avocado imports

A request from Chilean growers to block Peruvian avocado imports will now come before the Supreme Court.

July 11 , 2014

Mexico strengthens southern border against agricultural threats

Mexico has spent US$22 million on building and upgrading border facilities to prevent the entry of exotic pests and diseases.

July 11 , 2014