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Antioxidant benefits found in mango peels
Colombian and Brazilian scientists have found value added potential in mango peels due to beneficial bioactive compounds.
October 22 , 2013
Europe leads volume growth for Northern Hemisphere citrus
While estimates for the U.S. citrus season did not look good, European nations forecast a strong season ahead.
October 21 , 2013
Lunch program connects African schools with local farms
A U.N. school lunch program sourced fresh produce to 120,000 students in five African nations.
October 16 , 2013
A grape-rich diet could mean better bone health
Move over, milk; grapes may play a role in maintaining strong, healthy bones.
October 11 , 2013
Canadian govt pledges support for greenhouse veggie growers
Canada's AAFC plans to collaborate with cucumber, tomato and pepper growers to improve yields and fight disease.
October 10 , 2013
New technology to benefit "distant" fruit growers and consumers, says MCI
New technology will help trade to and from far-flung regions with commodities like bananas, avocados, mangoes and asparagus.
October 09 , 2013
U.N. collaborates with small farmer advocate
A United Nations agreement with La Via Campesina gives power to the world's largest movement of small food producers.
October 08 , 2013
Group of experts refutes EU position on black spot
An international working group has questioned the E.U. stance on citrus black spot.
October 07 , 2013
Italy: Ferrero to source Australian hazelnuts
Italian chocolate business Ferrero will source hazelnuts from a new project in New South Wales.
October 07 , 2013
Tesco announces lower profit, new partnership in China
While Tesco struggled in Europe, the company reported a major new partnership in Chinese retail.
October 03 , 2013
