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Australia: Perfection Fresh, FruitMaster merge table grape businesses

The new merger will boost what is already Australia's top table grape exporter with new supply sources and varietal genetics.
September 09 , 2016

Chile: Hortifrut profits rise 26% in H1

Several factors including delayed harvests and improved pricing helped push up profits at Hortifrut in the first half.
September 09 , 2016

Argentina: Severe frosts hit key cherry-growing area

One grower expects production in Mendoza's Uco Valley to be greatly affected after experiencing temperatures well below freezing.
September 09 , 2016

U.S: AgroFresh launches novel sensor technology

AgroFresh Solutions and a start-up company have co-developed sensors to monitor ethylene and 1-MCP levels in refrigerated and CA storage rooms.
September 09 , 2016

California avocado rep "cautiously optimistic" for Chinese access

The global avocado industry is betting on growth from China and other nearby countries, but how the fruit will be consumed is another matter entirely.
September 09 , 2016

Peru: AGAP chief hopeful for new infrastructure boost

An upgraded airport in the horticultural hub of Ica is hotly anticipated by the Peruvian produce industry.
September 09 , 2016

Vietnamese mango exporter aims for multiple new markets in 2016-17

New access arrangements are expected very soon for Vietnamese mangoes in the U.S., Australia and Taiwan.
September 09 , 2016

Fyffes buys Canadian mushroom company for €41M

The acquisition of All Seasons Mushrooms follows on from Fyffe's initial foray into Canadian mushrooms in April this year.
September 08 , 2016

South Africa: Neofresh eyes Europe with Mpumalanga blueberry plantings

A South African produce company in the subtropcial region is hoping to supply the European market in a window that normally sess limited volumes.
September 08 , 2016

Peruvian white asparagus growers face challenges in China

An industry representative hopes China's limited production window means prices will increase later in the year for Peruvian shippers.
September 08 , 2016