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The banana council suggests that, instead of the proposed Great Barrier Reef regulations, new minimum nutrient and sediment standards... -
According to the Florida Tomato Exchange, Mexican tomato growers have falsely declared that Florida politicians are pressuring the Commerce...
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Colombian authorities have finally confirmed that two banana farms are under quarantine due to concerns they are infected with...
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Port operator Transnet says that operations have been improving at container terminals in Durban, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth,...
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In addition to the facility, the FDA also investigated distribution and supplier information for produce used in the vegetable...
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PRESS RELEASE Miami, U.S. – Hazel Technologies Inc., a company developing new, USDA-funded post-harvest technologies to extend shelf-life in...
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"Branded foodservice programs are also down this year but we are already working with targeted chains for next year...
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The world's largest cherry producer recently secured what it says is a much more favorable protocol for exports to...
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Del Monte says the team will be able to better serve its consumers and also integrate its Mann Packing...
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Industry actors say the 25% drop in Argentina's controversial export tax is "without a doubt a favorable step" that...
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A recent study, looking at 40 years of data, claims that Western appetites for foods like avocados, coffee and...
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Two Colombian banana farms are under quarantine due to their suspected infection with Fusarium Wilt Tropical Race 4 (TR4),...
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The South African citrus industry has been greatly affected by numerous issues in the country's ports over recent weeks,...
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“With its firm, crisp texture, and a beautiful balance of juiciness, sweetness and tartness, we’re confident the variety will...
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Australia increased its table grape exports to China this season and saw its 9kg package of Autumn Crisp table...
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The Association of Banana Producers of the Canaries has voiced concerns about potentially high volumes of banana imports from...
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In the U.S., prices of imported lemons were on the up, but the opening prices of oranges from Chile...
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Specifically, Superfresh Growers says organic apples experienced a 5% growth in national sales while organic pears fared even better,...
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In May, the countries' presidents signed a trade deal that, when fully implemented, would see the Chinese market take...
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“We look forward to Merritt taking over our retail program and continuing the service customers are accustomed to from...
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Ruby Roman grapes were developed in Ishikawa and first came to market in 2008. According to CNN, they've been...
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Production levels have been on the upswing from many EU countries over recent years - not only from the...
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Avocados are not only one of America’s favorite fruits. A tiny arthropod also loves them so much that it...
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As Mexico's 2019-20 season gets underway, an industry association is forecasting that its exports to the U.S. will break...
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Applewood Fresh Growers LLC expects a production increase of 20% over last year for SweeTango, which is expected to...
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PRESS RELEASE Morgan Hill, CA – Sakata Seed America is excited to announce the formation of a strategic alliance...
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SanLucar is eliminating its CEO position in order to concentrate even more on its operations, which it says will...
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Six years after selling Purity Organic, Greg Holzman and Steve Akagaki have rejoined forces to create TerraFresh Organics (TFO),...
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Industry sources expect this year to be similar to last, with low grape prices running from week 38 through...
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The investigation indicates that Agroson’s LLC of Bronx, New York, is the exclusive distributor of the imported papayas that...
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Dedicated fans are stocking up on Hatch chiles by the case. “Hatch has become the LTO (limited time offer)...
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If Indonesia's request for market access is approved, the U.S. would become the second North American country the nation...
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Fruit World expects to begin shipping their 2019 crop of Thomcord grapes in early August, and will continue packing...
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The company is relaunching its Salade du Soleil line, which will include three brand new salad blends: Orginale, Verte...
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The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas says a recent letter by a Florida Tomato Exchange representative "follows a...
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The new facility will handle over 60MT annually of pineapples, avocados, mangos and passion fruit, said the corporation. The post...
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In Argentina, the APAMA celebrated the announcement and a future of possible zero tariffs for its fruit; meanwhile, the...
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With just a few weeks before August recess, it does not appear likely that the U.S. Congress will pass...
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With this knowledge, the researchers say they aim to one day create ‘personalized food passports’ that act as ‘gastronomic...
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"A plant poison that is suspected of being carcinogenic, should simply no longer be used," said Rendi-Wagner, the leader...
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Based on the industry’s latest quarterly forecasting, the nation is set to produce 95,000 metric tons (MT) for the...
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The ICA said the rumors have likely arisen from confusion regarding the prevention campaigns Colombia carries out against the...
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In addition to its export success, Sahyadri has also obtained exclusive production and marketing rights for India for ARRA...
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The variety - Chiyuki - was registered in China four years ago, yet its saplings are reportedly being sold...
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The cut in export volumes responds to a "reduction in purchases from important markets such as the European Union...
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PRESS RELEASE Newark, Del. – The Produce Marketing Association (PMA) announced the hiring of Rubén Ramírez as PMA...
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The robot, called Rubion, can pick a bruise-free strawberry every five seconds and can deliver between 180 and 360...
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However, the minor decline - attributed to harsh weather conditions during harvest time - didn’t stop the Pink Lady...
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With Britain set to depart from the EU on Oct. 31, there are growing worries among business leaders that...
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An oversupply in the Northern Hemisphere and a 10-day closure of Argentina's border with Brazil negatively affected the apple...
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The app will allow users to send a photo, video or audio of a pest that is affecting crops,...
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The Mango Growers Cooperative Society's president said that there was an urgent need for research and policy-making to deal...
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The CDC is warning consumers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island not to eat...
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Companies in the agricultural sector must make an effort to adapt to today's digitalized environment and the needs of...
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California has seen blackberry growth at a very strategic time, and can take advantage of a natural gap in...
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The protestors, who are objecting a new value-added tax as well as Education Ministry policies, have caused traffic jams...
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Although analysts cheered a resumption of trade talks, it's still unclear whether the two sides will be able to...
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Fortunately, as quick as the heat surges back to the north, a storm is expected to sweep welcome cooler...
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Nearly 400 attendees joined the exciting event to gain insight about the blueberry industry's challenges and opportunities from its...
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Circular agriculture will ensure Dutch growers use as little energy as possible and create a lasting legacy of care...
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If the crackdown on welfare recipients isn't effective, Australia's Prime Minster says he will change working holiday and migration...
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Blueberries were a particular standout; the country is still sending small shipments abroad but expects its export volume to...
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Regarding the rise in Brazil's season's volumes, Fundecitrus said it responds to a greater flowering, explaining that this would...
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These findings have implications for where commercial beehives should be located to decrease the risks to wild pollinators, the...
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The nations' ministers also signed a cooperative document to implement a two-year work program, which aims to tackle a...
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The campaign's behavior, the evolution of prices, and its performance in export markets are discussed in detail in the...
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Tesco and other supermarkets have set the bar high with their charitable donations that help feed nearly one million...
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To best meet the needs of its low-income customers, Walmart is accepting SNAP benefits for online grocery orders at...
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The two sides could agree not to impose new tariffs as a goodwill gesture, but the U.S. is not...
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The innovative variety is a rootstock watermelon called Carolina Strongback, which is resilient against both Fusarium wilt and the...
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The cutting-edge retailer has turned produce into a destination department by pitching healthy foods during holidays such as Halloween...
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More than 150 children have died in eastern India from a “brain fever” believed to be linked to a...
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The European Commission says it has taken a range of emergency measures to help producers address market pressure, stabilize...
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To make up for "lost markets", Michigan growers are focusing on new "winter-hardy and higher yielding" categories, says the...
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Last year's massive strawberry volume might have served as a good marketing tool, allowing for the high prices that...
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As China's domestic banana crops suffer from Panama Disease, the nation is becoming more reliant on supplies from Southeast...
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The pesticide, called Flipper, is safe for users, selective for crops and pollinators, and is already registered in many...
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As of May 31st, Fresh Del Monte Produce's short interest totaled 781,500 shares, compared with the April 30th total...
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Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods two years ago motivated some of the largest grocers to amp up their online...
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Get plugged in to the top headlines in seafood news with this week's IntraFish podcast.All copyrights for this article...
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As the company struggles to sell its Peruvian fishing assets, its forced to turn over every stone in the...
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At London Produce Show seminar, experts remind industry leaders to be wary of timelines on regulations for new pests,...
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Temperatures in cities from Spain to Germany are expected to exceed 32°C and climb to more than 38°C or...
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Experts are 'in the air' about the price drop.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit Portal
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Fishing and shipping are two of the small country's largest industries.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh...
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The country has reached 78% of its first season quota.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit...
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The two have partnered for some time.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit Portal
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After 60 years in business, the company has received backing to grow its export markets.All copyrights for this article...
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CEO Craig Anderson recognized for efforts to grow revenues, earnings.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit...
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Geologists are still assessing damages.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit Portal
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The renovations will be complete by Nov. 2019.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit Portal
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"Surely there will be smaller volumes because much of the crop can no longer be recovered. The fruit biologically...
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A significant consideration for adapting to climate change is how to use water and technologies most effectively to allow...
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Whole Foods is closing its Massachusetts processing facility, but has found a nearby supplier to meet its needs.All copyrights...
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Chilean group will spend upwards of $80 million on the project.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh...
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A court ruled the Australian company can appeal a decision from last year that held up Seattle-based Trident Seafoods'...
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Last week's gathering of NGOs, industry and government in Thailand revealed a disquieting disconnect in the real battle for...
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One of the largest exporters of seafood to the country takes a reputational hit in the annual US State...
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Louisiana and Florida suffer dramatic falls in harvests, while Texas and Alabama reported record volumes in May,All copyrights for...
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An economic body points fingers.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit Portal
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According to Mayor Félix Fontalvo, the disease has cost two municipalities' citrus harvesters about US$36 million a day in...
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Governor signs bill designed to limit imports of the two species.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh...
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Bachmann led the Camanchaca US office as president before switching to his current role two years ago.All copyrights for...
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We trust our partners will pass the deal soon in the interest of a strong North America with clear...
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The tariffs will definitely impact the U.S.'s overall apple export volume, with shipments likely falling by almost 80%, said...
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Diane Camp discusses the opportunities for distributors to convey menu ideas to their customers during the London Produce Show's...
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Peru’s blueberry exports are set to reach a value of US$830 million in 2019, a 51% increase from its...
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The increase is due to an expected rebound in Spanish production, the EU’s main citrus producer, which saw favorable...
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When politics in produce goes beyond policy regarding food production and consumption, it's up to the industry to point...
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The price of table grapes rose in Asia this week due to lower supplies from Chile and Australia. Meanwhile,...
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The move forms part of Wealmoor’s intention to gain independent recognition for its brands and the high quality, responsibly-sourced...
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"I agree that the economic and trade teams of the two countries will maintain communication on how to resolve...
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Colombia is one of the most attractive supplies of Hass avocado in the world due to its almost year-round...
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The blueberry industry pioneer delved into valuable topics including horticultural practices, methods to extend shelf life, and the need...
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The spikes in blueberry prices correlate to the valleys of production and vice-a-versa, creating a dynamic where the shoulders...
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"CPMA looks forward to continuing in the development and implementation of this policy in order to improve the health...
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He says "planning ahead and the skills necessary to bring that technology to fruition are key to success along...
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"This export program, which already started with this shipment of 600 kilos, will continue in a continuous program that...
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The heat wave that engulfed most of the western U.S. growing areas bringing much above normal temperatures the last...
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According to local media, a gang used the name of an importer of Costa Rican fruits to smuggle in...
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A total of 10 universities, commissions, associations, and committees have put forward various projects for consideration, ranging from effective...
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NextGen's chairman says the company aims to expand globally: “in two years’ time, this group will be very powerful,...
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This fourth and final part will feature two sessions both looking at different aspects of selling grapes in two...
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Besides China, there has been a slowdown in the world economy, as well as international trade, says insurance company...
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Over the past three weeks, 47 children in India have died of acute encephalitis syndrome (AES), which involves brain...
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The jump in apple prices has affected sales: between April and early June, apple sales on one delivery site...
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There were more than 100 exhibitors at The London Produce Show, some promoting new marketing plans, produce lines, or...
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Berry People, a year-round, full-line supplier of organic and conventional branded berries and avocados, is transitioning its blueberry supply...
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In order to fine-tune a quality Integrated Pest Management plan to meet the specific agro-economic needs of individual farms,...
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This third part will feature two future-focused sessions - one on how to win with new varieties through optimum...
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Burgert Van Dyk has joined Fall Creek Farm & Nursery, Inc., as regional director for South Africa. In his...
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The company says this limited-edition collection of berries is the first in a series of the company's offerings, created...
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This second part of the Global Grape Summit wrap-up will feature a session on the consumer response to new...
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With avocado production having risen significantly over recent years, the industrialization and transformation of the fruit have become an...
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Urging congress to ratify the USMCA, Western Growers said "Like NAFTA before it, the USMCA maintains zero-tariff treatment for...
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Committee of Argentine Blueberries said it hopes to increase market opportunities in the Asian nation until China represents 20...
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With Feeding America's investment, the Collaborative for Fresh Produce says it will partner with commercial farmers and food banks...
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Part one of our Global Grape Summit coverage features presentations from Manuel José Alcaíno, President, Decofrut (Chile) and Alejandro...
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AMHPAC explains a guarantee is now required from exporters - if it does not cover the entire exported volume,...
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Peru is expecting decreased production, a more spread out commercial window, and ever-increasing diversification of the nation's customers- thus,...
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"Even though fiscal 2019 expected results have been temporarily affected by the weather, we are well positioned for solid...
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Farm good shipments in 2019's first four months increased 12% over last year, with ag exports to China up...
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The Philippines' agriculture department has launched a new marketing campaign for locals and also aims to increase exports in...
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The U.S.'s largest citrus company and owner of the Halos mandarin brand says its "game-changing" Wonderful Seedless Lemons brand...
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While the southeast of the U.S. will see a heat wave this weekend, cold temperatures are forecasted for the...
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The country currently has 450 hectares planted and hopes to expand with an additional 1,500 hectares in the next...
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U.S. President Donald Trump has called off the threat to implement tariffs on all Mexico imports just three days...
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Nine panelists hailing from four continents discussed this topic and more, including trade tariffs and raising consumption and consumer...
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Beyond this achievement, Sinclair says it plans to continue to invest in reducing its environmental impact and achieving its...
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AgroFresh says the collaboration will improve both corporations' operations, increase visibility into produce shelf life and reduce food waste. The...
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Providing a summer U.S. blueberry crop update, Cort Brazelton said there could be a supply gap toward the end...
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The largest gathering of global fresh produce professionals on UK soil is enjoying three days of meeting, learning and...
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Calavo also said that it posted higher revenues, gross profit, operating income and adjusted net income in the initial...
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Four of the world’s top fruit breeders are joining forces to stop ongoing attempts to appropriate proprietary plant material...
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We caught up with Don Roper, CEO of the U.S.-based apple developer, supplier and grower, to hear this year's...
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The first-ever edition of the Global Grape Summit which took place in the U.K. capital on Wednesday was a...
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The Australian lawsuit against Bayer's Monsanto follows several of its court losses in the U.S., which have taken tens...
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Ecuador's law currently guarantees a minimum banana price for producers, which has made its category "much more expensive" than...
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T&G’s Orchard Road brand sent the first pallet of California blueberries – 192 trays – to Ho Chi Minh,...
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Initially, Mexico's table grape campaign saw a late start and a light crop, yet volume is expected to more...
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Along with reporting its financial results, Greenyard says it expects its Transformation Plan to result in an increase in...
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Rupert Maude, commercial director of Spain-based fruit company El Ciruelo, is about to take the stage at the inaugural...
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One gauge of the Hass variety from Michoacan, the heartland of Mexican avocado production, increased 3.7% on Monday -...
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PRESS RELEASE On May 23rd, President Trump, flanked by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue, announced a $16 billion...
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The development follows February’s announcement on exclusive ARRA production and marketing rights being awarded to the Jupiter Group by...
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PRESS RELEASE Fresno, CA — Hazel Technologies Inc., a company developing new USDA-funded post-harvest technologies to extend the quality...
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The final preparations are currently underway for the first-ever Global Grape Summit, which will take place tomorrow in conjunction...
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In this week’s ‘In Charts’ installment, Cristian Crespo of data visualization tool Agronometrics illustrates how the U.S. market is...
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The CRISPR system is more exact than the typical selective breeding method, and can be used to make adjustments...
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Belgium-based multinational has announced that it has completed the sale of Greenyard Frozen Hungary to Roger & Roger The post...
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The move makes IFCO a fully independent company, which will help it to expand its customer base and act...
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Some 30 Dole trucks were burned and looted as part of the escalating protests against U.S.-allied Honduran President Juan...
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Dutch companies eager to maintain robust ties with the UK, no matter what Brexit and the political future bring....
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The first volumes of trademarked varieties marketed under the Amorentia Sweet Dragon Fruit brand were sold on the domestic...
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The tariff increase could mean U.S. consumers pay an extra US$3 billion for avocados, tomatoes, mangos and other fruits...
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Life is the first of the Eastern nation's supermarkets to offer customers a range of fresh produce through Amazon...
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BelOrta says its new cardboard punnets are meant to respond to the plastic-free packaging trend and will later be...
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The 5% tax that would be imposed on June 10 would then “gradually increase” until Mexico stopped the flow...
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Senator Rob Bradley says an agricultural hemp program could "make all the difference” in aiding citrus farmers who have...
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Farmers critical of the 'new NAFTA' argue that it lacks protection against what they consider unfair competition from Mexico,...
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The new LemonGold brand, which follows in the footsteps of the globally successful ClemenGold mandarin brand, will launch in...
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As part of the agreement, Limoneira has created a subsidiary in Argentina under the name Limoneira Argentina S.A.U. and...
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Jim Prevor, the Perishable Pundit, provides his insights on some of the biggest issues confronting the modern table grape...
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Insightful speakers, including retailers, marketers, suppliers and growers, will seek to initiate industry improvement with regards to fresh produce...
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Our volumes have been increasing over the last few years, and this season's 64,000-ton crop will be our second...
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The upcoming Hort Connections 2019 in Australia looks set to be the biggest and most international edition yet, serving...
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The company calls China "the ideal place" for the mascot and plans for it to play a role in...
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Vanguard Pride is providing customers with new varieties this season such as the Rich Pride peach, which is a...
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New rules coming into effect in September to prevent the entry of fruit fly could create problems for Peruvian...
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One of the reasons we’re attending the London Produce Show is to better assess how technologies that currently serve...
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Mealybugs are a major pest for table grape growers, but some of their oldest enemies can be used to...
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Charlie's Produce says this acquisition will allow it to offer a broader breadth of products, including an extensive selection...
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Mexico's arrival volumes in the U.S. market in April set a five-year high, pushing prices down significantly for the...
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Despite the forecast volume decline, the clementine season is running slightly ahead of last year, in part thanks to...
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The exhibitor provides solid data solutions to help customers more accurately forecast their harvest and market demand, as well...
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Voicing the goal to "grow the value of Australian agriculture to $100 billion", AUSVEG CEO says the new minister...
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New Zealand horticultural exports grew significantly in value last year, with wine, kiwifruit and apples driving the increase to...
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While the previous two seasons suffered the effects of Hurricane Irma, 2019's forecast predicts volume to be comparable to...
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Although Argentina's cherry exports remain low, the country is hoping to follow in the footsteps of its successful neighbor. The...
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ProHass president Daniel Bustamante said this is due to newer orchards in the north coming online and extending the...
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The "silver lining" is that the season was already about two weeks late, meaning some mid- and late-season cherries...
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The FPAA's Lance Jungmeyer claims Florida's lost market share is largely due to "growers' lack of innovation compared to...
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A Spanish farming association in Valencia says that the summer fruit season has got off to a terrible start,...
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The fruit grower-packer-distributor says the tour will be through its berry farm and new high-care prepared fruit facility, The...
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Figures from Asoex show that fruit exports since September last year have risen by 10%, with Latin America overtaking...
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In total, ten import companies became certified to distribute and market Sun World's full line of proprietary grapes, says...
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However, Western Growers president & CEO Tom Nassif said in a statement that it is "important to acknowledge that...
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The prime growing conditions of Washington State create the perfect plump, juicy, and flavor-packed cherries enjoyed around the world...
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T&G Global also says that Asia is in a "good demand position" due to the lack of Chinese Fuji...
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The New Zealand kiwifruit marketer says the positive results for the 2018 season come on the back of growth...
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The Chilean Fresh Fruit Association’s merchandisers are currently finalizing retail promotional programs both in-store and online, which are set...
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PRESS RELEASE Ridge Spring, South Carolina – Titan Farms, the premier grower, packer and processor of peaches in the...
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The FDA says this outbreak, which has so far been linked to four cases in Wisconsin and Minnesota, is...
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PRESS RELEASE Fallbrook, CA – It has been almost 11 years now since Del Rey Avocado made both a...
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PRESS RELEASE There is only one month to go before Hort Connections 2019, the biggest event in Australian horticulture,...
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"It will be great to end the year on a positive trade note with our largest market, and beginning...
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Average prices of Honeycrisp apples have been far higher than the rest of the pack, as can be seen...
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The London-based social enterprise says more and more UK consumers are looking to buy misshapen and surplus produce to...
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According to the Organic Trade Association, changing social perspectives have contributed to this increase - Millennials are pushing for...
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With the rise in category volume and consumer demand, the company says it will start to provide a promotable...
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The Mexican government announced the move on Monday morning, in what will be a major boost to the U.S....
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"We are preparing to handle one of the most concentrated harvests ever. For both sales and operations, we’ll be...
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While Sacramento and Stockton suffered 1.5" and 1" of rain, it has not yet been confirmed whether the atypical...
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PRESS RELEASE Hamburg, Germany – The trade between Europe and Central America, Caribbean and South America West Coast has...
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With the expansion, Lidl says it expects to sell its products in more than 100 stores and to create...
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Reports say that while Walmart says it aims to maintain its “low-price leadership”, its vendors have already started to...
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Table grape prices in the European market slumped for around six weeks from mid-February through March amid heavy supplies...
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Canner launches nationwide promotion through social network and messaging application.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit...
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Industry looking to protect itself from effects of international trade disputes.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh...
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Company is now heavily focused on higher-value products for the US and Mexico markets.All copyrights for this article are...
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While exec expects sales of salmon to Russia to increase, he thinks it is unlikely they will return to...
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Tania Van Der Merwe of Freshmark, the fresh produce procurement arm of leading African food retailer Shoprite, spoke to...
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Red seedless table grape supplies from Chile are still abundant in the U.S. market, with good turnover and stable...
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Avocado growing regions are forecasted to miss the brunt of the storms, but the possible rainfall could lead to...
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Akva remains skeptical about the development of land-based salmon farming.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit...
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Follow along to get the latest news on Alaska's Copper River salmon season this year in one convenient round-up.All...
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PRESS RELEASE Winter Springs, FL – Watermelon on menus has grown by 54% in the past four years, according...
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PRESS RELEASE Organic farming statistics for 2018 released by Defra today (16 May 2019) show an increase in organic...
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The prototype achieved 75% efficiency in automatically identifying and picking fruit in view during its first field trials at...
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Company brushes off challenges by opposition to its project in reply documents submitted to the Bureau of Land and...
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PRESS RELEASE Petach Tikvah, Israel – STK bio-ag technologies, the innovative Israeli leader in botanical sustainable crop protection, is...
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Jupiter CEO says the group will have greater opportunities to explore the retail markets across the UK, Europe, Asia...
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Sellers try to offload fish ahead of Friday's national holidayAll copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit...
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People are looking for alternatives to seafood imports from China, Bristol's CEO said.All copyrights for this article are reserved...
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Scottish fishing landings dipped 4 percent in volume during 2018.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit...
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Beacon Fisheries is the latest US firm to file a lawsuit in ongoing price-fixing case.All copyrights for this article...
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The International Blueberry Organization Summit is hosted by the BC Blueberry Council in Canada and will take place in...
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A year-on-year drop of around 5% had been anticipated earlier this year, but Chilean Kiwifruit Committee president Carlos Cruzat...
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The five-state Northwest cherry growing region is projected to harvest 24.9 million 20-pound boxes this year, according to recent...
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According to the Fresh Produce Association of the Americas, the Florida Tomato Exchange's demands would effectively block imports of...
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The devastating disease has been identified on the same property in California's Riverside County where it was previously found,...
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After a long period of price pressure, executives were hoping for a respite, but the US-China trade war looms.All...
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Mortalities reported by Cermaq-backed Ballangen Sjøfarm, Nordlaks, and other companies in Northern Norway.All copyrights for this article are reserved...
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The company is accused of harvesting double its allowance at the site in 2016.All copyrights for this article are...
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Grieg Seafood saw growth in earnings in most regions it operates in during the first quarter of this year.All...
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The first and second largest companies in the country are running new facilities this year.All copyrights for this article...
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The variety performs best in terms of flavor months after harvest, right when other varieties are starting to lose...
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The World Avocado Congress will this year take place in a country that has seen monumental growth with the...
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The nice weather and moderate winter in California make the state particularly attractive to mealybugs. Check out this guide...
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Among the biggest challenges will be finding alternatives to China's vast network of reprocessing operations.All copyrights for this article...
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The USTR plans to hold a public hearing on June 17 for the proposal.All copyrights for this article are...
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His comments come as the U.S. Administration is looking into a larger farmer aid package to try and mitigate...
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The storms are anticipated to hit the San Joaquin Valley's growing areas on Wednesday night and again on Sunday,...
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PRESS RELEASE Newark, Del. – The Produce Marketing Association (PMA) is pleased to announce that PMA Vice President,...
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The Malaga-based Trops organization will soon start to build facilities in Tavira, where it will pack fruit grown on...
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The company is increasing its presence in Asia with new distribution channels.All copyrights for this article are reserved to...
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Company expects improvement throughout 2019, although volumes will decline under business turnaround plan.All copyrights for this article are reserved...
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Average prices hover under the NOK 60 mark.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit Portal
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Seafood's most exclusive event is just days away.All copyrights for this article are reserved to Fresh Fruit Portal
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Alibaba Group's Europe GM talks to IntraFish about Chinese omni-channel retail and seafood's opportunities within it.All copyrights for this...
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Seattle-based giant has filed lease applications for two kelp-farming sites in Alaska.All copyrights for this article are reserved to...
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The company did not submit figures on sustainability indicators for GSI's annual report.All copyrights for this article are reserved...
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Former Hallvard Lerøy, NSC executive to take over his new role on June 1.All copyrights for this article are...
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A look at the most exclusive event on the sidelines of Seafood Expo Global 2019, as well as photos...
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Austral Group is off to a strong start this year with increased earnings and revenues compared to a weaker...
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The charts show that volumes from the U.S. market's five main origins have remained relatively steady over the last...
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It’s the largest jury award in the U.S. so far this year and the eighth-largest ever in a product-defect...
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Bayer says it will fully support France's public prosecutors as they investigate the file Monsanto reportedly kept on journalists...
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With the project, the scientists discovered a rare form of a gene labeled TomLoxC, which is linked with floral...
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Spain-based fruit company El Ciruelo has reached an agreement with Grupo JD to acquire its subsidiary Labrunier, the largest...
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Meanwhile, China’s Global Times’s editor in chief, Hu Xijin, is reporting that Beijing is also considering stopping buying U.S....
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Attendees will gain a unique insight into this new, bespoke, temperature-controlled distribution facility located at London’s mega-port and logistics...
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The Italian consortium estimates that because of the unfavorable EU market conditions, Southern Hemisphere exporters will focus first on...
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Field-production of new downy mildew resistant basil varieties has yielded positive results, promising the herb-industry some much-needed relief from...
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Richard Owen, vice president of global membership & engagement at the PMA, says there could be several implications to...
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U.S. President Trump's suggestion to buy domestic produce for export to "poor and starving countries" is met with criticism,...
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Supplies of red and white seedless table grapes were declining in the U.S. in week 18, but prices remained...
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A new study led by academics from the University of Melbourne found that fruit flies were becoming increasingly resistance...
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Thanks to favorable growing conditions, Global Fruit says cell division has been "wonderful" and expects pick dates to begin...
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PRESS RELEASE Golden Bay Fruit, the biggest apple grower-packer-exporter-marketer of New Zealand’s Southern Island revealed in Vietnam its new...
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On Wednesday two California authorities released a statement saying that they are going to begin the cancellation process of...
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Following China's reported multiple deletions to the nations' trade agreement draft, Trump has threatened to raise tariffs on US$200...
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A California packing company comments that this season's volumes could reach in excess of 10 million cartons, rebounding from...
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The Scottish firm and London Produce Show exhibitor claims its patented shelf-life extension solution presents significant benefits; from safer,...
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Few countries have seen such explosive growth in the table grape industry as Peru, which in 10 years has...
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The dedicated, temperature-controlled CoolRail service will transport fresh fruit and vegetables between the locations three times a week. The post...
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A Mexican restaurant in Auckland cut a popular guacamole dish from its menu at the end of February, with...
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A Mexican restaurant in Auckland cut a popular guacamole dish from its menu at the end of February, with...
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Employing the Israeli company's patented Root Zone Temperature Optimisation (RZTO) heating system led to a 19%-greater category yield as...
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The new study says changes to moisture and temperature conditions have increased the risk of Black Sigatoka by more...
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With the expansion, the Procacci Brothers say their company's produce wholesaler Garden State Farms will work more efficiently for...
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The funding will help the Alibaba-backed online grocery delivery company complete with the likes of SoftBank-backed Grofers, Walmart-backed Flipkart,...
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Mexico's undersecretary of foreign trade said the duties would apply from Tuesday, following the U.S.'s withdrawal from the Tomato...
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Today's Chinese consumers are buying cherries based on quality, rather than price. Meanwhile, to reach this new age of...
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The leading Chilean fruit exporter recently launched its refreshed corporate brand, which reflects the company’s new way of doing...
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The average price of Mexican blueberries also hit a five-year low in April, amid a delayed season in the...
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PRESS RELEASE The National Organic Program has launched the new Organic Integrity Learning Center, providing free 24/7 online training...
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The company has continued to invest in its Ica packhouse, including moving from single to multiple shifts for the...
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However, a Chinese delegation is still reportedly planning to visit Washington this week to continue trade talks. The post U.S.:...
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A sea change in the nature of the produce industry, Sun World has announced that it will focus its...
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For the past year, most table grape-producing nations have had typical or larger-than-normal crops, leading to a surplus of...
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"We should already be in the middle of our exports to Russia and the U.S. and we're only just...
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Apeel's plant-derived food waste prevention technology will be used in the UK and the EU to ‘double the shelf-life’...
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PRESS RELEASE FRED® is the commercial name of pear variety “CH 201” bred after 18 years of work by...
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The Florida company will first receive Guatemalan rambutan in its Miami warehouse and soon after in its Los Angeles...
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"Blockchain can help deliver confidence to grocer’s customers, and build and retain trust and loyalty,” said Joanne Joliet, senior...
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The major hub is expanding its position as Western Europe's biggest transit port for agricultural, horticultural and fishery sector...
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According to Del Rey Avocado Co.'s vice president, the market will likely see a gradual "price correction" over the...
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The one-day seminar, which will be moderated by Hana Group managing director Jason Danciger, will chart the transformation of...
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A follow-up blood test proved that there was no alcohol in his system, putting the man in the clear,...
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"Ultimately, our goal is to completely change the landscape of maturity measurement for the entire industry," says Scott Trimble,...
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With numerous high density orchards being planted in the world's top cherry-exporting country, volumes are set to soar to...
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Don Goodwin, the founder and president of U.S.-based Golden Sun Marketing will enlighten attendees at the upcoming Global Grape...
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The strategic supply agreement will "contribute positively" to the revenue of all parties in the supply chain, says Greenyard. The...
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APHIS says its scientists determined pomelo, Nanfeng honey mandarin, ponkan, sweet orange, and Satsuma mandarin fruit from China can...
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The company has also announced a realignment of its operating segments, consolidating its other fresh produce and prepared food...
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Weather-related issues in some of the market's biggest suppliers - including Guatemala and Costa Rica - have led to...
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PRESS RELEASE SALINAS, CA – Coastline Family Farms a western vegetable Grower/Shipper with locations in Salinas CA, Yuma AZ...
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Arctic Fujis are the third non-browning apple variety Okanagan Specialty Fruits has been approved to grow, along with Arctic...
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The e-commerce giant is offering price cuts on fresh produce at its Whole Foods Market, expanding its Prime Now...
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PRESS RELEASE Cutler, CA — Wawona Packing Company, a leading grower and shipper of organic and conventional tree fruit,...
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PRESS RELEASE Chicago, U.S. — Hazel Technologies, Inc., a USDA-funded company developing new shelf-life extension technologies for fresh produce,...
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The decrease is the result of lower forecasts for clementines and oranges, with mandarins and lemons expected to be...
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The commercial agreement with the industry's highly sought-out "thought leader" Sebastián Ochoa Münzenmayer is part of the corporation's scheme...
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With the struggle of finding an adequate labor force, the California Strawberry Commission aids advances in automated harvesters as...
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The country’s fruit producer-exporter organisation Abrafrutas sees specific opportunities for avocados, papayas, mangos and limes. The post LPS ’19: Brazil...
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While restrictions on the movement of produce have been put back in place as a precaution, Biosecurity New Zealand...
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The new standards, added to Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement, require growers to characterize, treat, and monitor all forms of...
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British regulators have blocked a merger between its U.K.-subsidiary, Asda, and Sainsbury's, which would have created the country's largest...
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Although household penetration is at 45%, annual sweet potato sales only make up 5% of the total potato market...
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The global meeting of cherry industry leaders was larger and more international this year, with the quality of the...
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The Chinese apple market is currently said to be severely undersupplied, following widespread frosts last year than cut production...
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Liu Zhi, the general manager and founder of Chinese importer and logistics company, Dalian Yidu, has won the Cherry...
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With the increased hectarage, the Almond Board of California renews its commitment to producing an economically, environmentally, and socially...
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The targets of the pilot program are SNAP recipients who have trouble getting fresh food from brick-and-mortar stores, who...
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PRESS RELEASE IRVINE, Calif.– The California Avocado Commission (CAC) is dipping into its quiver of marketing tools to complement...
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Chilean authorities say that this development will accelerate the process of achieving Chinese market access for citrus such as...
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CargoMaster, with its subsidiary Laseair in Ecuador, is one of Latin America’s largest companies specialized in the air freight...
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Inprotsa was found to have breached an agreement with Del Monte International by selling MD-2 pineapples grown with the...
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The season closed with total exports of 180,342 metric tons (MT), just 4% lower than the record previous season...
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Greenyard says the agreement will lead to a significant rise in the volume of fresh fruits and vegetables that...
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The competition, open to students aged 11-18, will promote various eco-friendly strategies, including recovering excess food, recycling food scraps,...
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The move could reportedly reignite speculation that the U.S. e-commerce giant is looking to purchase a European retailer, following...
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Analysis by Arizona State University found that a 40-85% price rise could be experienced if the U.S. withdraws from...
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The head of the California Blueberry Commission Todd Sanders expects blueberry volumes to be up 30% from last year...
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Chile is forecasting lower production than last year, but with higher stocks of Italian fruit in the U.S. market...
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Manuel José Alcaíno, president of Chile-based Decofrut, spoke to us about some of the topics he will analyze during...
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California-based avocado company Mission Produce has revealed what it describes as its "elevated identity", termed "the world’s most advanced...
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Those who caution authorities to maintain the agreement note how disadvantageous leaving it could be for U.S. and Mexican...
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Capespan North America's CEO expects citrus volumes from the Southern Hemisphere to be comparable to last year, leading to...
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Mexico's Association of Producers, Packers and Exporters of Avocado (APEAM) said that 78,000 metric tons (MT) were sent north...
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Increased costs in numerous areas mean that San Juan is now only exporting a fraction of what it used...
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Aneberries says the industry has not been negatively affected by the delays crossing the U.S. border over the last...
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PRESS RELEASE Around 550 cartons of crisp JAZZ™ apples, fresh from the orchards of Hawkes Bay, are winging their...
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The interactive directory aims to connect growers with agtech start-ups, allow these start-ups to reach potential investors, and provide...
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The mangoes, called Taiyo no Tamago (Egg of the Sun), fetched the sum in the season’s first auction at...
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Todd McMyn's plans include a renewed focus on improving transparency and efficiency in operations, strengthening relationships with orchardists and...
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The agricultural company has reportedly signed a lease for 15,265 square feet at 200 South Tryon, taking the full...
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The Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA) has announced plans to collaborate with the Greater Sunraysia Pest Free Area to...
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PRESS RELEASE Hortgro Pome, the organization representing South African stone fruit producers, has decided to organize a promotional operation...
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Though it was initially projected that the country would export a record-breaking 137 million boxes of citrus fruit this...
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Longer wait times at the border have meant that a lot of fruit is arriving to its destination with...
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Fresh fruit and vegetable exports rose by 9% in the first two months of the year to US$662, with...
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A court in Murang’a County has reportedly dismissed an application by the multinational to be enjoined in a case...
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Around 250 people have successfully applied to vary the conditions of their visitor visas following the declaration of a...
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PRESS RELEASE ORANGE COUNTY, CA – Zespri is launching the season with new packaging and a national consumer campaign...
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During a recent meeting with Valencia's MEP, the European Commission's Director of Trade Defense also reportedly said that he...
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A glance at historical price trends shows we could very well expect prices to start off around-or-above US$2.50 per...
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The groundbreaking competition, sponsored by BayWa AG and RWA Raiffeisen Ware Austria AG, will focus on how these technologies...
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The recall applies to 16 states and includes fresh cut watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew sold in plastic clamshell packaging...
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PRESS RELEASE DALLAS, TX – For the fifth year, DMA Solutions is proud to send top performing students from...
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The commercially focused, one-day event that will be held in conjunction with The London Produce Show and Conference also...
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The marketer is eager to emphasise its offer of large, reliable volumes with standardised quality across kiwifruit, pears and...
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The threat by the U.S.'s northern neighbor means that four of the six top apple export markets of Washington...
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While Danone is expanding in the plant-based and organic food market, it has called Earthbound Farm, the U.S.'s largest...
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The supermarket china is joining the blockchain-based IBM Food Trust network and will begin piloting the technology to improve...
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A month has passed since a fly was last found on the north shore, and two months since the...
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In the U.S., the local blueberry market is strengthening, while there is rising interest in white seedless table grape...
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The Dutch fruit and vegetable company suffered marked losses due to poor weather conditions and increased market competition, but...
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The multinational's banks have given their support to the plan aimed at recovering after what was a very challenging...
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The court ruled that the company was liable for the sickness of a farmer who inhaled one of its...
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Technical experts are assessing the find and any measures that might need to be taken as the pest species...
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The country’s topfruit marketing window and prices look set to come under pressure, but trade body Hortgro says fruit...
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Jim Prevor asks: "Who is buying product not in compliance with leafy greens metrics and where are the industry...
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Banana and pineapple exports are anticipated to be down by 20% and 10% year-on-year, partly as the result of...
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The Commission initiates its highly targeted advertising campaign in California, with hopes to make a favorable impression on "premium...
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The Commission initiates its highly targeted advertising campaign in California, with hopes to make a favorable impression on "premium...
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The company's sustainable move reflects a greater trend in the UK: a growing number of vegan, vegetarian, or 'flexitarian'...
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The company's sustainable move reflects a greater trend in the UK: a growing number of vegan, vegetarian, or 'flexitarian'...
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Nakahara Shigehito of the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture (MAFF) visited mandarin orchards and packhouses between April 1-5, as part...
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The company says optimizing this technology could reap huge benefits for those in the produce industry, including decreased food...
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Decreased projected production rates for various citrus fruits in Florida are largely to blame for April's slightly less hopeful...
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PRESS RELEASE Los Angeles – Wonderful® Pistachios, America’s fastest-growing snack brand, will host the first Plant-Based Nutrition Leadership Symposium™...
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The port operator and terminal's deal with Chiquita Fresh North America will see the continued presence of the company...
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In response to U.S. tariffs on aluminum and steel imports from Canada, the U.S. could be hit by duties...
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The Australian field robotics startup has launched onto the agtech scene, securing funding to commercialize its automated farm equipment...
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Agronometrics highlights some of the particularities surrounding blueberries and predicts that prices will rise for a few more days...
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The new office will act as a hub for the kiwifruit industry, bringing together New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers (NZKGI)...
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The company's advisors will be visiting citrus and avocado farms in Peru, Argentina and Chile ahead of the 2019...
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The Ireland-based multinational has announced numerous board changes, including two retirements and one new appointee who is currently a...
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The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research has created a public-private partnership to study how to help plants thrive...
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The banana cartons with the cocaine packets allegedly arrived by ship from Latin America, but authorities did not specify...
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View the full April 2019 Market News report which also includes information of total U.S. apple holdings by variety...
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The head of the Table Grape Growers Association of Mexico also said that more than half a million boxes...
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Representatives from various companies along the supply chain in Mexico and the U.S. say the biggest price rise in...
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Exports are likely to surpass the previous year’s level as there is a rise in the output of export-quality...
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The supermarket giant has pledged to reform its packaging procedures and labeling practices with a number of environmentally-friendly initiatives,...
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In hopes of improving its industry, the board has approved new 11 research projects to study multiple angles of...
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An organizer of the variety-specific two-day event says Maluma is now reaching an"inevitable production scale where market resistance is...
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As of today, overseas visitors can apply to vary the conditions of their visitor visa to allow up to...
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The crop is forecast to be up 31% this season, reflecting an expectation for expanded production in all major...
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The plum variety has traditionally been sold on the processed market, but exports of fresh fruit to China have...
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After “Securing the Future of American Agriculture” hearing, US committee is commended for its solution-oriented stance in ensuring the...
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U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to close the southern border are proving to be a windfall for Mexican avocado...
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With high hopes for its green kiwifruit brand, the Origine Group consortium plans to sell 2,000MT of Italian fruit...
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The company is minimizing the aggressive de-greening process on Star Ruby Grapefruit and improving its packhouse and equipment for...
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The Walmart-owned group managed to increase its market share to 15.4% in the 12 weeks to March 24, according...
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The state government has granted over US$8 million in funding to aid the TR4 Management and Containment Program, but...
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The Peruvian multinational posted a 20% rise in EBITDA in 2018, thanks largely to an 80% increase in blueberry...
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It says that because of the large reassignment of CBP officers, importers and exporters should expect to see “a...
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Superfresh's proprietary apple variety grew more than four-fold in dollar sales and more than five-fold in volume, according to...
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Luis Aragón of Agronometrics says that with the U.S. market set to start its seasonal price climb at any...
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The company says the ideal loading time for California cherries will be May 20 - June 20, making Memorial...
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If approved, U.S. importers would be able to source from one of Latin America's biggest mango-growing countries. The post U.S.:...
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DSV’s combination with Panalpina’s air- and sea-freight operations will create the world’s fourth-largest freight-forwarding company, with only DHL Logistics,...
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According to the RaboResearch report, Tomato Fight: What Is at Stake?, if parties reach a renewed suspension agreement, specific...
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The country notched a 40% year-on-year increase in exports this season and in 2018 became the world's third-largest table...
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Australia, one of the world's top almond exporters, hopes to new access will also help it to further penetrate...
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Despite indications a few days ago that the U.S. state of California might be out of the rain cycle,...
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The wood-boring granulate ambrosia beetle has been detected in four Auckland areas since late February, according to Biosecurity New...
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In Europe in week 12, stonefruit prices fell while table grape prices remained flat and blueberry prices registered an...
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Customers at two stores will see 45 produce items including varieties of apples, mushrooms, peppers, onions, bananas and avocados...
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The greenhouse will create around 60 permanent jobs and is expected to begin operations in early fall 2019, providing...
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One exporter noted that it has been a “complicated” season, with prices in line with expectations in Europe and...
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In this instalment, UAV-IQ discusses the benefits of two of the five main categories of "beneficials" used in biological...
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Fyffes’ initial suspension in May 2018 followed formal complaints made over the treatment of workers at its Suragroh farm...
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The ruling comes after the jury last week determined that a California man's exposure to the weed killer was...
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The hailstorm is believed to be one of the biggest natural disasters to hit a single avocado orchard in...
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The technique developed by Plant & Food Research, which involves optimized canopy management and tree architecture, is also said...
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Federal jurors are deliberating whether Monsanto's owner Bayer is liable for a California man's cancer, after earlier this month...
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Investigators say they have uncovered a €6 million scam in which huge volumes of Italian kiwifruit were passed off...
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California shipments through last week only added up to 7% of the volume for that same time period in...
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The U.S.-based, family-owned firm that was named Grower of the Year in 2018 by Tesco aims to tap into...
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PRESS RELEASE New customers for our Greek Kiwi Jupiter Group’s strong supply of Greek Kiwi is continuing to export,...
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PRESS RELEASE West Bridgewater, Massachusetts – March is Equal Exchange Banana Month. Every year, Equal Exchange dedicates this month...
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New Zealand's largest apple grower-exporter T&G Global achieved the breakthrough following four years of working with U.S.-based technology partner...
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The first step is to make electricity fully renewable for Wonderful's U.S. operations by 2025, before a 100% roll-out...
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Season volumes through to mid-March ended up being 74% higher than expectations. The post Mexican berry campaign running well ahead...
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Peru is facing lower prices this season amid rising volumes and increasing competition, but it has recently opened up...
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The North American market may receive 34% more table grapes from Mexico this year, with an earlier estimate to...
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At their best papayas can create phenomenal eating experiences, but at their worst the fruit can be quite astringent...
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A representative of Argentina's apple industry is optimistic for a good season this year, although concerns abound around profit...