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U.S. to propose import rule for Argentine lemons
The U.S. lemon market could soon open to lemon shippers in two key northern provinces, after a positive visit by APHIS officials.
June 09 , 2015
Syngenta rejects second Monsanto takeover bid
Syngenta says Monsanto's newest offer represents the 'same inadequate price' and the 'same regulatory risks' as the previous one a few weeks ago.
June 08 , 2015
A look into Kazakhstan's giant greenhouse complex
Kazakhstan's president hopes a greenhouse being constructed in the north of the country will contribute towards making the nation more agriculturally self-sufficient.
June 08 , 2015
Canada: Positive results for researchers aiming to boost grape storability
Having successfully adapted sulphur pads to the Sovereign Coronation variety, an Ontario research center now hopes to trial fumigation methods to increase growers' competitiveness.
June 05 , 2015
Russian PM promises "symmetrical" response if EU tightens sanctions
Despite the Russian economy having shrunk by 2% in the first quarter, the country's prime minister says the food import ban would only be lifted if the West drops its economic sanctions.
June 04 , 2015
Calavo enjoys record results in Q2
Although a sharp increase in avocado volumes was 'substantially' offset by weather-related declines in other product categories, revenues, gross margin and net income all jumped to new heights.
June 03 , 2015
Syngenta prepares for second takeover bid
Monsanto is reportedly preparing to make another takeover bid for the Swiss multinational, which is anticipated to be at least 10% higher.
June 03 , 2015
Spain: Drug-stuffed pineapples from Central America seized
Spanish police say 200kg of cocaine they found in pineapples had been concealed in a 'sophisticated' way.
June 02 , 2015
Trans-Pacific Partnership to have "primarily positive" impacts on agriculture
The PMA's Richard Owen discusses the potential implications of what could be the most significant trade agreement in history.
May 29 , 2015
South African citrus set for early U.S. arrival
The Western Cape Citrus Producers Forum says U.S.-bound shipments could increase from last season's 45,000MT.
May 28 , 2015
