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U.S. decision gives organic growers choice in commodity programs
The Organic Trade Association (OTA) has applauded a USDA decision that will allow organic producers to opt out of conventional commodity check-off programs.
January 04 , 2016
Wild bee decline threatens U.S. crop production, study finds
The first study to map U.S. wild bees suggests they’re disappearing from areas like California’s Central Valley and the Mississippi River valley.
January 04 , 2016
Could smartphone sensor detect fruit freshness?
A licensing deal between an Australian university and Panorama Synergy may put an end to consumers accidentally buying unripe produce.
January 04 , 2016
El Niño shows no signs of waning, says NASA
NASA satellite images show a "striking resemblance" to the El Niño of 1997-98, with the weather phenomenon expected to bear down on the U.S. and possibly provide drought relief to California.
December 30 , 2015
Year 2015 in Review - Second Half
Going into 2016, how can the produce sector be more inclusive with the broader population?
December 29 , 2015
South African table grape forecast drops again
SATI's production forecast may have dropped twice in a few days, but the industry is still expecting a 1-4% increase over last year.
December 21 , 2015
NZ: "Significant" apple losses in Nelson after hailstorm
One grower says recent 'leaf-shredding' hail in a South Island region was even more severe than the storm in November last year.
December 18 , 2015
India: Nashik grape exporters bullish for 2016
Two leading Indian grape shippers give the lowdown on what is shaping up to be a high-volume and expansive export deal.
December 18 , 2015
Joyvio and Golden Wing Mau to form China's largest fruit company
With combined sales of US$773 million, a merger between two of China's leading fruit companies is likely to send ripples through the global produce supply chain.
December 16 , 2015
South Africa trials litchi shipment to the U.S
The South African litchi industry is said to be eyeing market access into China and India, as well as growth into the Middle East.
December 16 , 2015
