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Opinion: U.S. farmers losing millions due to Canadian bankruptcies

Lawyer Tim Henkel says the USDA was justified in its actions regarding Canadian exporters and PACA.
November 25 , 2014

Canadian produce sector hails successful meeting on Parliament Hill

Financial protection for produce sellers was one of the key topics addressed during recent meetings between industry and government in Ottawa.
November 25 , 2014

New juiceless tomato 'fantastic' for foodservice, says Bayer CropScience

Bayer CropScience has two new naturally-bred agricultural products it says will solve some food chain problems.
November 24 , 2014

'Congress must enact meaningful immigration legislation,' says Nassif

The Western Growers head says Obama's plans could lead to many workers leaving the agricultural industry.
November 24 , 2014

Food safety high on the agenda for Brazilian consumers

Brazilian retail specialist Leonardo Miyao discusses trends in South America's largest fruit and vegetable market.
November 24 , 2014

U.K.: Love Beets looks for South American opportunities

A U.K. company recently visited Santiago de Chile in search of ready-to-eat beetroot export opportunities.
November 21 , 2014

U.S. rules hit Chilean organic blueberry hectares, says North Bay

North Bay Produce's Ruy Barbosa talks about Chilean blueberry uniformity and the implications of fumigation measures.
November 21 , 2014

Chile: Cherry plant demand soars, kiwifruit interest tumbles

A Chilean nursery company says attractive prices for cherries in China are spurring on production growth.
November 21 , 2014

Healthier diets drive higher demand for almonds, pistachios

Marketing schemes have gone a long way for Paramount Farms' almond and pistachio sales.
November 21 , 2014

New herbs in the pipeline for U.K. breeder

A CN Seeds representative says the Southern European fresh herb market is on the way up.
November 21 , 2014