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Australia: Ausveg welcomes backpacker tax review

"It would be incredibly disappointing to see Australia’s growers suffer as a result of a short-sighted policy decision," says an Ausveg spokesperson.
August 17 , 2016

NZ avocado sales could double in 2016-17

New Zealand's avocado crop is set to be up 20% on the previous record, while production growth continues with a two-year waiting list on trees.
August 15 , 2016

U.S.: Sakuma-FUJ negotiations hit stumbling blocks

Both the FUJ and Sakuma Brothers Farms have alleged intimidation tactics from the other side of the conflict.
August 15 , 2016

India removes methyl bromide condition for Chilean walnut imports

The "true access" protocol now gives Chile an edge over its main competitor in India, the United States.
August 15 , 2016

U.S.: Pacific Organic enters partnership with Mexus

One of the leading organic produce distributors in the U.S. has entered a deal to build a warm weather vegetable program from Mexico.
August 15 , 2016

Drought may take its toll on Brazilian melon deal

Not only has the Brazilian melon sector faced production challenges but exchange rates are less in its favor this season.
August 15 , 2016

Peruvian blueberry production to hit 20,000MT in 2016

An increase in plantings, more fields entering maturity and the entry of new grower companies have all contributed to the expected rise.
August 12 , 2016

NZ: New kiwifruit regulations to give Zespri "more certainty" for investment

Set to be approved later this year, the new regulations outline key issues relating to Zespri and the directorship of Kiwifruit New Zealand.
August 12 , 2016

Peru: Camposol grows frozen fruit business

Peruvian agribusiness group Camposol expects to reach its full potential in the frozen category in 2016-17 by utilizing the largest freezing capacity in the country.
August 12 , 2016

Pan-American outlook for Ecuadorian dragon fruit industry

Ecuadorian government officials are hoping for "excellent news" very soon from the U.S., while access negotiations continue in Latin America and China.
August 12 , 2016