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California: CDFA forecasts lowest Navel crop since 2008-09

Combined with a damages from Irma in Florida, the U.S. orange crop looks like it'll be quite short this coming winter.
September 13 , 2017

Mexico: New greenhouse extends Divemex's organic pepper season

A new facility in central Mexico allows the group to start its Fairtrade organic pepper season five weeks earlier.
September 13 , 2017

Argentina expects 5% uptick in fresh blueberry exports

The committee is highlighting a point of difference through flavor, post-harvest practices and an earlier production curve.
September 13 , 2017

U.S.: South Florida citrus crop loss estimated at 50-70%, says FFVA

Irma "cut a powerful swath through the epicenter of Florida’s citrus-growing region", with tomatoes and strawberries also affected.
September 13 , 2017

Large venture capital funds eye Spanish berry giant Planasa

Planasa is reportedly receiving bids from a swathe of funds to help support its global growth strategy.
September 13 , 2017

U.S.: Kroger and Lidl agree to dismiss trademark lawsuit

The development comes after a judge denied Kroger’s request for a preliminary injunction after a hearing in July.
September 13 , 2017

Australia: Woolworths takes the lead with online pick up service

With the imminent arrival of Amazon's online retail store in Australia, one of the country's top supermarkets has made a big move into "ultra-convenience and personalization". 
September 13 , 2017

California: Farmworker dues to pay US$1.2M+ for UFW internal strife

A court has ruled collections from workers at four California farming operations must be used to pay off damages relating to the UFW's treatment of its own organizers.
September 13 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 36, 2017

Prices were high for Chilean Navels in the U.S. in week 36, and they are expected to increase further as supply diminishes.
September 13 , 2017

U.S.: Southeast ports begin to reopen following hurricane

The situation at major Southeast ports is returning to normal after widespread closures.
September 12 , 2017