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Peruvian strawberry exports double
Peruvian strawberry exports have risen significantly this year with Germany, Belgium and Canada as the leading destinations.
June 25 , 2013
Drought tests show strong potential for new fruits in Chile
A Chilean project to evaluate drought tolerant fruits is about to enter a new phase of testing.
June 24 , 2013
Spain: Unica Group expands through Parque Natural
Cooperative Unica will now be the largest on-the-vine tomato grower in Spain through the incorporation of a new member.
June 24 , 2013
"Too many amendments" quashed Farm Bill, says United Fresh
United Fresh's Ray Gilmer says the Farm Bill rejection by the House of Representatives could have a "chilling effect" on competitiveness.
June 21 , 2013
UV-LED lighting offers possibility for longer fruit shelf life
U.S. researchers found that fruit exposed to low UV lighting lasted longer in storage.
June 21 , 2013
U.S.: APHIS recommends lighter fruit fly treatment for blueberry imports
Argentine and Uruguayan blueberry exporters look set to have improved methyl bromide treatment processes for the U.S.
June 20 , 2013
Peru may harness new mango varieties
Peru's Promango plans to import 23 mango varieties from a U.S. gemplasm to widen the industry's production portfolio.
June 20 , 2013
Mini, brown tomatoes challenge consumer perception
Mastronardi Produce's Mini Kumato tomato may look a bit odd at first glance but the company says it's sweet.
June 18 , 2013
Developing a food safety culture - 'dude, wash your hands!'
While speaking at PMA Fresh Connections, a U.S. scientist said Australia needed a stronger food safety culture.
June 17 , 2013
Peru: CEPIBO plans to raise banana yields by 50%
An organic Peruvian banana cooperative has set itself an ambitious productivity goal.
June 14 , 2013
