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Argentina expects new pome fruit protocol with China
The Argentine pome fruit industry hopes a new protocol will finally open up access to the Chinese market.
November 15 , 2013
Big slip for Ecuadorian banana crop surface area
Black Sigatoka disease and stiff competition have taken their toll on Ecuador's banana farms over the last 12 months.
November 14 , 2013
Produce polyphenols strengthen gut health, NZ study shows
Scientists have found that once broken down in the colon, polyphenols produce molecules that are beneficial for the digestive system.
November 14 , 2013
McDonald's, Gerber rule out using GM apples in the short term
The developers of GM Arctic apples have pointed to benefits in food service but McDonald's is not interested.
November 12 , 2013
Peru: Camposol announces fresh board resignation
A second director of Peruvian produce exporter Camposol has resigned from the board in the space of a week.
November 12 , 2013
Philippines: Del Monte pineapples spared in devastating typhoon
Despite extreme destruction to the central Philippines, Del Monte reported minimal damage to its operations.
November 12 , 2013
South Africa: farm strike intensifies in Western Cape
Arson and arrests were reported in relation to farm strikes in South Africa's Western Cape yesterday.
November 12 , 2013
Brazilian smartphones track fruit back to the farm
With the touch of a smartphone screen, Brazilian shoppers can trace produce across the supply chain.
November 11 , 2013
Middle East turmoil impacts global banana pricing, says Chiquita
Chiquita Brands' Brian Kocher says turmoil in Syria, Egypt and Libya has contributed to lower banana pricing globally.
November 08 , 2013
U.S.: California walnuts disappear by truckload in theft case
As prices soar, California walnuts have become a prized target for highly clever hijackers.
November 08 , 2013
