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Fresh Produce – Sustainability & Climate
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US, African researchers launch banana hydroponic project to boost clean seed supply across continentÂ
The collaboration between US and African researchers highlights the importance of international knowledge exchange.
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South African potato sector faces climate, input challenges as consumption exceeds global average
South Africa is now Africa’s third-largest potato producer after Egypt and Algeria.
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Fusarium epidemic forces Peruvian organic banana sector to shift production south to Olmos Valley
Overall production has remained steady compared with last year, but only because of this geographic shift.
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Florida approves US$196M citrus recovery package to combat greening disease
An additional US$4.5 million was allocated to the Citrus Research and Development Foundation for citrus research activities.
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Moroccan tomato exports fall 11% as weather, disease, port congestion disrupt season
The decline affects all markets for Moroccan tomatoes, with a 12% decline in Europe and the UK.