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Russia suspects Belarus of re-exporting Turkish grapes

Rosselkhoznadzor says it is concerned that grape imports rose from Belarus after the ban on Turkish produce was implemented.
November 07 , 2016

'Breakthrough' for South African table grapes as China relaxes protocols

SATI's chairman says the development will allow exporters to 'realise the enormous potential in China', with trade expected to soar to R2,5 billion (US$184 million) over the next five years.
November 07 , 2016

U.S.: Organic banana margins tightening on conventional, says importer

Organics Unlimited is looking at new ways to adapt to a changing market environment.
November 07 , 2016

Ecuador set to sign trade agreement with EU

ProEcuador expects banana exports to Europe to increase by 10% next year, after the country gets on a level playing field with Peru and Colombia.
November 07 , 2016

U.S.: Strong start for Californian kiwifruit season

Nick Matteis says California kiwifruit growers are enjoying "good prices, a good crop, good quality, and good volume."
November 07 , 2016

Thai Supreme Court dismisses criminal defamation case against Andy Hall

The court ruled that an interview Hall gave to Al-Jazeera does not constitute criminal defamation, but the dismissal does not affect the suspended prison sentence handed down in September.
November 04 , 2016

Leading ag universities team up to offer 'horticultural masterclass' in Australia

Universities from the Netherlands, New Zealand and Tasmania have signed an MoU with Horticulture Innovation Australia to 'help industry take their businesses to the next level'.
November 04 , 2016

Mr Apple buys Longview New Zealand

The company has entered an agreement to buy the Hawke's Bay grower-marketer for NZ$20.5 million (US$15 million).
November 04 , 2016

U.S.: Whole Foods ends co-CEO arrangement

Whole Foods is ditching its dual-CEO structure, with Walter Robb to transition away from the position at the end of the year.
November 04 , 2016

Driscoll's undergoes name change for 'brand consistency'

An executive said the company wanted to 'eliminate the confusion that has existed between our brand and our corporate identity.'
November 04 , 2016