Supermarket giants set to open in India

Global supermarkets such as Walmart and Tesco are eyeing up India following a controversial cabinet decision.

November 25 , 2011

SA grape growers predict a good season for exports

South African grape producers are positive about this season's crop and growth in markets outside Europe.

November 24 , 2011

Peru to grow organic fruit on highland terraces

Peru is looking back to pre-Inca times to make the most of its highland terraces to cultivate organic fruit.

November 22 , 2011

Australia: rising above the profitability squeeze

Growcom CEO Alex Livingstone discusses Australia's potential for niche markets and rising above its obstacles.

November 21 , 2011

U.S. consumers change buying habits, claims Oppenheimer

The U.S. shopper is spending more on fruit but is trying to cut their food bills by going downmarket.

November 21 , 2011

Germany offers rich returns despite tougher retail demands

Germany has the potential for rich pickings but supermarket chains are becoming increasingly fussy.

November 18 , 2011

Chilean plans for blueberry exports to China move a step closer

Chinese inspectors will be arriving in Chile later this month to finalize arrangements for blueberry exports.

November 17 , 2011

Chile's early maturing cherries suffer rain damage

Some early maturing cherries in Chile have suffered damage from rainfalls earlier this week.

November 11 , 2011

Australian produce needs 'scientific certainty' from CSG mining

Australia's horticultural industry might have to foot the long term bill if coal seam gas mining damages aquifers.

November 10 , 2011

Bee Buzz: Australia's invasive outbreak and the NZ chemical debate

In our Bee Buzz we take a look at the threats and challenges facing apiarists in Australia and New Zealand.

November 09 , 2011