Countries

U.K. businesses make fruit and veg commitment

Almost 20 U.K. companies have now pledged to promote fruit and vegetable consumption.
November 21 , 2012

'Crises won't last forever', says Philippine banana chief

Philippine banana exports to China are recovering, while strategies look to Russia, Europe and the U.S.
November 20 , 2012

UN works to reduce methyl bromide emissions

The United Nations is working to reduce use of the common pesticide methyl bromide.
November 19 , 2012

Philippine govt to support five-year mango plan

The Philippine mango industry has taken a battering in recent years, but re-development is underway.
November 19 , 2012

Spain: mites could help citrus pest control

A Spanish study has found soil mites can help reduce thrip infestations in citrus fruits.
November 19 , 2012

China's next president puts focus on food safety

China's upcoming leader Xi Jinping has brought up food safety and agrotechnology as important issues.
November 15 , 2012

Asia: make or break for export grapes

We hear from South America and South Africa about the prospects and perils of the Asian grape market.
November 15 , 2012

Fair trade transition picks up speed in the U.S.

Fair Trade USA's Alexandria Coari discusses the real impact of community development funds on farmers.
November 14 , 2012

E.U. and Latin America come to historic banana agreement

The E.U. and Latin America were able to end the longest-running dispute in multilateral trading history.
November 09 , 2012

Net loss for Chiquita in Q3

Chiquita is upbeat for 2013 conditions in the wake of a larger third quarter loss.
November 08 , 2012