'SA deciduous farmer development at risk due to load shedding'
In the deciduous fruit industry, load shedding is the primary aggravating factor, placing immense pressure on irrigation schedules and costing thousands for sources of backup power. The impact of

Fairtrade results in better pay, says study
Fairtrade flowers workers in East Africa experience higher wages, better working conditions, and greater engagement in workers’ rights issues and gender equity than their non-Fairtrade certified

Agroponiente makes good progress on green packaging goals
Spain’s Agroponiente group has announced that it is well on its way to achieving its objective of making its packaging fully sustainable. The company said 100 per cent of its packaging is now

Strawberries increase in popularity each year - Valentine’s Day approaching
As Valentine’s Day approaches, strawberries increase in popularity each year. In the U.S., most of the strawberries, an estimated 80-90%, come from California annually, followed by Florida with

Valentine's Day: cross category is the trend in fruit and vegetables
On the occasion of Valentine's Day, retailers, as usual, offer dedicated displays to highlight certain seasonal products and incentivise purchases while also providing usage tips. It happens in