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Australia to remove import permit requirements on certain fresh produce items
However, rules have also changed so that as of the end of this month one particular crop from the United States will need an import permit.
June 21 , 2017
North American govts discuss US$85B ag trade, NAFTA
Government agricultural representatives from the U.S., Canada and Mexico met in Savannah, Georgia this week.
June 21 , 2017
Strategic shift starts to bear fruit for South African grapefruit
While recent droughts may have clouded the visible impact, production and marketing methods are changing for the "feast or famine" crop.
June 21 , 2017
U.S.: SunFed expands operations in Texas
A company executive says having operations in not just Arizona but Texas too gives a "freshness advantage" for supplying the East Coast during winter.
June 20 , 2017
U.S.: Crunch Pak wins innovation award for apple rings
The on-trend product is due to be launched in retailers nationwide this fall and could "change the way people consume apples".
June 20 , 2017
Irrigation sensor tech startup to expand into Europe, U.S.
The company's co-founder says the technology means growers can monitor their fields remotely, save water, and boost quality.
June 20 , 2017
U.S. opens the door to Ecuadorian dragon fruit
The announcement was made more than a year after comments closed on a proposed rule, which had received complaints from Florida.
June 20 , 2017
Ecuadorian police discover 2.5MT of cocaine in banana boxes
Authorities say the container belonged to the exporter Tropikfruit S.A and was destined for Belgium.
June 20 , 2017
Russia to import Turkish tomatoes when local stocks are low
Prior to the embargo, almost half of all tomatoes consumed in Russia came from Turkey.
June 20 , 2017
U.K.: Tesco launches 'real fruit' watermelon ice lolly
Tesco believes this is the first time a 100% fruit lolly treat has been sold on British high streets.
June 20 , 2017
