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NZ-grown Jazz apples arrive in U.S. with new branding
T&G Global says there has been consistent growth for the apples in both traditional markets like the U.S. and U.K., as well as newer destinations like Thailand and Japan.
May 11 , 2017
Fyffes suspended from Ethical Trading Initiative
Fyffes now has 90 days to reach a "mutually agreeable framework for engagement" with the International Union of Foodworkers, or its membership will be expelled.
May 10 , 2017
U.S.: Vanguard International acquires Pride Packing
Pride, which grows and distributes pome fruit and stonefruit, is described as being one of the first companies to adopt the Two-Leader growing and pruning technique.
May 10 , 2017
Zespri SunGold makes 'great strides' into U.S. market
The kiwifruit marketer is set to increase volumes to North America this year, amid strong promotional campaigns.
May 10 , 2017
South Africa “the new kid on the block” in global kiwifruit industry
"I think there are some very interesting partnerships that are developing between South African, European and Chinese-based companies," says Biogold's Peter Turner.
May 10 , 2017
U.S.: Scientists, UC Davis in legal fight over strawberry variety rights
Scientists Douglas Shaw and Kirk Larson reportedly claim the top agricultural research school violated their intellectual property rights.
May 10 , 2017
Kenya in talks to resume avocado exports to South Africa
Before South African banned Kenyan avocados in 2010, the trade used to bring in US$1.2 million annually for the industry.
May 10 , 2017
NZ: Rockit Global shares soar ten-fold
While not cash-in-the-pockit, the result is described as a "great outcome" for New Zeland's early-stage investment community and the agtech sector.
May 10 , 2017
Brazil reopens for Argentine citrus after eight-year hiatus
It's been an excellent month for the Argentine citrus industry.
May 10 , 2017
State of the Market - Week 18, 2017
Peruvian fruit fetched low prices in the U.S. market in week 18, and there were some batches with color problems.
May 10 , 2017
