South Africa: labor unrest hits ag ahead of more public hearings

Demonstrations are once again shaking South Africa's fruit industry and sparking public concern.

January 14 , 2013

U.S.: California citrus growers brace for freezing temperatures

The San Joaquin Valley expects multiple days of below average temperatures that could send a blow to citrus.

January 11 , 2013

Bananas hold potential for better coffee production

Growers in Uganda who combined banana and coffee crops are earning over 40% more income.

January 10 , 2013

U.S.: FDA proposes new food safety rules and produce regulations

Proposed U.S. FDA rules would shift produce safety from reactionary to preventative, with greater burdens in store.

January 04 , 2013

Specialty crops in limbo after U.S. farm bill extension

The U.S. farm bill has returned to the drafting table after Congress failed to implement new legislation.

January 03 , 2013

U.S. East and Gulf Coast port strike averted

The ILA and the USMX have finally reached a truce to avoid disruptive strikes this weekend.

December 28 , 2012

Chilean Psa cases have doubled

The Chilean Kiwifruit Committee says increased Psa cases are not "critical" but need intensive containment.

October 22 , 2012

Chile in search of the black diamond

Chile is ramping up its push into gourmet foods with an incipient truffle industry.

October 17 , 2012

Chile: Azapa Valley organic olives ripe for export

An historic olive region in Chile is moving towards organic production to improve grower returns.

October 12 , 2012

Brazil to cut grape exports this season, claims Grupo JD

Brazil's table grape harvest kicks off this week but more growers are opting to sell in a strong domestic market.

September 03 , 2012