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Greenyard sales almost hit €1B in Q3
The Belgium-based foods company, which includes what used to be known as Univeg, notched a strong rise in sales for the period.
February 27 , 2017
U.S.: Limoneira buys majority stake in Chilean citrus grower
The investment is more than three times its initial Chilean investment in citrus packer Rosales in 2014.
February 27 , 2017
The Hass Horn: U.S. avocado consumption trend reversed in early 2017
For over a decade avocado consumption in North America has increased at a steady pace, but this has changed in the first eight weeks of 2017.
February 27 , 2017
Chilean Iniagrape-one exports could triple in 2017
After several years of gaining experience with a locally-developed variety, Chilean growers are getting a knack for producing it with full color and improved taste.
February 27 , 2017
Florida court orders crewleader to pay US$3.5M in forced labor damages
The CIW claims this is the ninth forced labor operation brought to justice by its anti-slavery program.
February 27 , 2017
India: Mahindra offers app-based farming advisory platform
MASL claims the new app "furthers the Government of India’s vision to digitise the agriculture sector".
February 24 , 2017
January stats signal tough markets for Chilean fresh fruit exports
Volume rose substantially while value fell as average prices dropped by a quarter.
February 24 , 2017
Costa Rican produce association accuses pineapple exporter of organic fraud
Organic grower group Canagro is at odds with Grupo Valle Verde, which had an organic export suspension lifted in December and claims it has been subject to accusations driven by "private interest".
February 24 , 2017
Eat 10 daily portions of fruit and veg for a longer life, scientists claim
Millions of premature deaths could be prevented if people were to ramp up consumption of certain fruits and vegetables, according to new research.
February 24 , 2017
Opinion: Changing school food starts with changing minds
Beyond Green Sustainable Food Partners president Greg Christian gives his take on effective ways of getting school kids to eat more fruits and vegetables.
February 24 , 2017
