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Topics ranging from strategic directions to increasing production and productivity, pests and disease management, postharvest management, best agronomic practices, new potential underutilized fruit crops, and potential markets were discussed during the concurrent session on fruits of the International Symposia on Horticulture (ISH) in Bali, Indonesia on 27-30 November 2018.    Continue Reading

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The world’s first crop of bananas grown without soil was harvested, as part of an effort to stem the spread of a deadly fungus that threatens the future of the fruit.   Scientists and researchers are trying to stop Panama disease, a soil-dwelling fungus that is devastating plantations around theContinue Reading

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Australian Papaya growers have announced a record crop, with fruit numbers set to soar this spring.   Papaya Australia President and grower from Mareeba in Far North Queensland, Gerard Kath, says excellent weather conditions has helped contribute to an abundance of fruit that will continue to hit stores throughout spring.Continue Reading

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Of all the types of bananas being sold, the Philippine Cavendish variety is the most popular, owing to its appearance.    “They look almost perfect. There are fewer blemishes and fewer scratches, compared to the Malaysian ones,” said retailer Ben Phua. “Malaysian bananas have black spots. Those spots are actuallyContinue Reading

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TFNet will be participating in the International Symposia on Horticulture (ISH 2018) in Kuta, Bali from the 27th -30th November 2018, organized by the Indonesian Center for Horticulture Research and Development (ICHORD) under the Indonesian Agency for Agriculture Research and Development (IAARD), Ministry of Agriculture.     TFNet Advisor andContinue Reading

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The government of the Dominican Republic has launched a programme to support pineapple production with the aim of increasing exports, especially to new markets like China.   The measures include the provision of technical assistance, credit, logistics support and investments to upgrade existing packhouses and build new facilities.   AgricultureContinue Reading