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South Africa crosses fingers for corrections in grape market

With Red Seedless varieties on the water, South African grape shippers hope to find an improved European market.
February 24 , 2014

Brazilian state declared free of banana Moko disease

The Brazilian state of CearĂ¡ has eradicated a bacterial disease that kills fruit on banana plants.
February 21 , 2014

China: Foshan to raise EU-bound litchi exports in 2014

It may receive a fraction of what is sent to the U.S., but the EU is set to import more litchis this year from one of China's leading shippers of the fruit.
February 20 , 2014

Mollar pomegranate continues as Spanish star variety

Spain's Alcudia Export Fruit speaks about increased competition for its traditional pomegranate variety.
February 20 , 2014

Del Monte reports "year of contrast" for 2013

Fresh Del Monte Produce's CEO says strong progress has been "tarnished" by a disappointing end to 2013.
February 18 , 2014

Korean FTA brings tariff break for Australian cherries, citrus, nuts

A wide range of Australian horticultural products will enjoy an immediate tariff break in Korea.
February 18 , 2014

Russian ban pushes quality focus in Pakistani citrus

A temporary ban from Russia has encouraged Pakistani kinnow exporters to improve food safety practices.
February 17 , 2014

Peru: Camposol aims for year-round supply in avocados, blueberries

From Colombian avocados to U.S. blueberries, Camposol is looking to new supplies to build its brand.
February 17 , 2014

U.S. pears surpass expectations in China

Although new to China, U.S., Western-style pears have already exceeded volume expectations.
February 17 , 2014

Argentina prepares first orange shipments for Japan

After a decade of talks, Argentina will be able to ship fresh oranges and mandarins to Japan.
February 14 , 2014

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