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Bayer ups bid for Monsanto

The seed and crop protection multinational has offered more money per share, as well as a hefty payment if a deal falls through on antitrust grounds.
July 14 , 2016

U.S.: GMO labeling bill passes Congress

Western Growers CEO Tom Nassif says the passage will allow the industry to better educate consumers about the benefits of genetically modified food.
July 14 , 2016

Golden Wing Mau buys NZ$72M stake in T&G

Chinese company Golden Wing Mau has bought almost one fifth of New Zealand produce company T&G Global.
July 11 , 2016

USDA delays Argentine lemon import rule decision

Authorities have given the public more time to respond to the proposed rule, which has generated 150 comments so far.
July 11 , 2016

U.S. Senate pushes through divisive GMO labeling bill

If passed into law, the bill would require the establishment of a GM labeling standard in the form of a code or a USDA symbol.
July 11 , 2016

U.S.: Sakuma opens door for potential union recognition

A Washington State berry producer has made a bold move in what has been one of the most controversial labor relations disputes of recent times in the produce industry.
July 08 , 2016

Blueberries well placed for more competitive retail environment, says expert

A food trend expert warns the fresh produce industry must adapt to evolving marketplaces, and believes blueberries have some advantages over other fruit.
July 08 , 2016

Rapid expansion underway for South African avocado exporter

ZZ2 has enjoyed an 'excellent' season in Europe so far, and is hard at work to be able to fulfill the 'insatiable' levels of demand.
July 07 , 2016

U.S.: Chiquita confirms move from New Orleans

Only two years after returning to the Big Easy, Chiquita has announced it will move its Gulf operations from New Orleans back to Gulfport.
July 06 , 2016

Mexico: Could jackfruit prove a snack for all trades?

Jackfruit has taken off as a vegetarian alternative to meat in the U.S. but the crop is barely known south of the border where much of the fruit is sourced.
July 05 , 2016