Today's Headline
Chinese firm to buy leading Australian produce supplier
Chinese company Chevalier is finalizing a deal to buy Australia's Moraitis Group.
December 21 , 2012
Apple exporters take on Indian tariffs, methyl bromide proposals
We hear New Zealand, U.S. and Chilean perspectives on India's apple market obstacles.
December 20 , 2012
U.S. port strike talks hit stalemate over container royalties
Potential strikes on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts are looking more likely if negotiating parties can't find common ground soon.
December 18 , 2012
European association to unite co-ops for better farmer returns
French and Belgian growers have formed FRESHCOOP, and plan to expand their European scope.
December 18 , 2012
Irish company to buy majority stake in Oppy
Irish company Total Produce plans to make a bold move into the North American market, acquiring Oppy.
December 17 , 2012
Chilean cherry program aims to defy cold hour norms
A Chilean breeding program is aiming for cherries that can be grown in earlier and warmer northern areas.
December 17 , 2012
Q&A: getting the "early bird advantage" in India
Fruit and vegetable sourcing specialist Senthil Natarajan gives his insights on the Indian produce market.
December 14 , 2012
Mexico hopes for European Union banana breakthrough
Mexico's top banana players discuss industry development and newfound European possibilities.
December 13 , 2012
Chilean project aims to smoothen out prickly pears
Chilean researchers have hit on an idea that may make prickly pears more consumer friendly.
December 12 , 2012
Bayer Cropscience joins biologics boom
Bayer Cropscience has responded to residue limit demands with more biologic options for growers.
December 11 , 2012
