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Opinion: Using social media in the produce industry
A commitment to social media should not be taken lightly and requires patience, from choosing who to follow and what to post to the way you engage.
March 07 , 2017
Shoppers need significant discount to justify ugly produce purchases, study finds
An international survey looked at ugly produce preferences at retail and online, and the difference between U.S. and European consumers was stark.
March 07 , 2017
U.S.: California avocado harvest ramps up 'earlier than expected'
Recent rainfall has helped boost fruit sizing and means growers can now take advantage of the strong local market.
March 06 , 2017
Argentina: What lies behind San Miguel's US$50M capital raising plans?
In a bid to fund its ambitious expansion plans, the Argentine-based citrus multinational will be offering new investors up to a 9.46% shareholding in the company.
March 06 , 2017
South Africa receives well needed rain
The Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa says almost empty dams have now been replenished.
March 06 , 2017
"Immobilizing pests", ICB Pharma bio-tech to go global
Steeped in a family line descending from one of the fathers of modern thermochemistry, the Polish company's biological products are on-trend and have proven a hit with growers.
March 06 , 2017
Speculation mounts favoring EU approval for ChemChina-Syngenta deal
Syngenta shares rose significantly last week as reports came out speculating EU antitrust authorities would approve the deal.
March 06 , 2017
Fresh produce drives Greenyard growth
Increased demand for the group's ripening experience is expected to continue boosting revenue.
March 06 , 2017
U.S. National Mango Board campaign changes "Ataulfo" to "Honey"
The word "Ataulfo" has proven a mouthful to pronounce for many U.S. retailers and consumers.
March 03 , 2017
Cold weather a blessing in disguise for Spanish strawberries
The Freshuelva industry is also celebrating the growing relevance of locally developed varieties to reduce dependence on foreign programs.
March 03 , 2017
