CPMA highlights "aggressive timeline" for Canadian produce import changes

Implementation of the Safe Food for Canadians Act and other regulations will lead to significant changes for produce imports.

November 18 , 2013

U.S.: PMA presents 200-page document to FDA over food safety regulations

The PMA has called for the Food and Drug Administration to avoid creating confusion over two rules under the FSMA.

November 18 , 2013

Chilean cherry industry continues Chinese focus

The Chilean cherry industry expects a slight rise in exports to China this year, despite the effects of frosts.

November 18 , 2013

Dried pineapples offer new niche for South African exporter

South Africa's Novapine has transformed its fresh pineapple business through dried fruit exports.

November 18 , 2013

Argentina expects new pome fruit protocol with China

The Argentine pome fruit industry hopes a new protocol will finally open up access to the Chinese market.

November 15 , 2013

Disease-tolerant banana undergoes testing in West Indies, France

A banana variety developed by France's CIRAD may help growers reduce pesticide use in the fight against Black Sigatoka disease.

November 15 , 2013

Electromagnetic technology shows promise for better crop yield

To address water demands, Chilean researchers hope electromagnetic fields will improve efficiency in agriculture.

November 15 , 2013

Brazil: Bayer CropScience and Fundecitrus team up on HLB

The "Citrus Unidos" plan provides a US$4 million investment to fight citrus greening in Brazil.

November 15 , 2013

Brazilian govt expects strong value rise for crops in 2013

Oranges, bananas and tomatoes are set to help support a strong rise in Brazilian crop income next year.

November 15 , 2013

Opinion: building the Pacific Rim's produce powerhouse

PMA Australia-New Zealand's Michael Worthington urges Pacific Rim produce industry players to connect in Auckland's Fresh Connections in June.

November 14 , 2013