Countries
U.S.: PMA presents 200-page document to FDA over food safety regulations
The PMA has called for the Food and Drug Administration to avoid creating confusion over two rules under the FSMA.
November 18 , 2013
Chilean cherry industry continues Chinese focus
The Chilean cherry industry expects a slight rise in exports to China this year, despite the effects of frosts.
November 18 , 2013
Dried pineapples offer new niche for South African exporter
South Africa's Novapine has transformed its fresh pineapple business through dried fruit exports.
November 18 , 2013
Taiwanese technology could speed up virus testing in bananas, potatoes
Taiwanese developers say a new technology could cut virus testing costs and duration for three crops.
November 15 , 2013
Brazil: Bayer CropScience and Fundecitrus team up on HLB
The "Citrus Unidos" plan provides a US$4 million investment to fight citrus greening in Brazil.
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
Mexico nears watermelon harvest, export season
Mexico's Colima state will begin its watermelon harvest next month and provide fruit through May.
November 14 , 2013
Chilean avocado industry on track to reaching export estimate
Chilean Hass avocado currently leads the European market, where outside supply has been low.
November 14 , 2013
U.S. takes Dominican Republic veggies off automatic detention list
Dominican Republic vegetable growers will now have easier access to the U.S. market.
November 13 , 2013
