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U.K.: 'No immediate regulatory changes likely' following Brexit, says FPC

The U.K.'s Fresh Produce Consortium says the transition toward leaving the European Union could take up to two years, but warns the decision will have 'number of impacts' on trade.
June 24 , 2016

Two Sun World grapes move into commercial production phase

A Sun World executive says there will be 'very substantial volumes' of two branded grapes out of California this year.
June 24 , 2016

U.S. market looking 'very strong' for Crespo Organic mangoes

The Crespo Organic mango season has kicked off from the Mexican state of Sinaloa, with the fruit now being sold under a direct brand.
June 24 , 2016

Polish apple access to China "a big relief", says exporter

A representative of Appolonia says if Poland exports sufficient apple volumes to China in the future, it should relieve some pressure on the European market.
June 24 , 2016

China: Disney promotes Peruvian avocados in Shanghai

A Camposol representative says working with Disney adds value not only to its avocados but to the whole company.
June 24 , 2016

U.S.: Rainfall lowers Pacific Northwest cherry forecast

The head of Northwest Cherry Growers says around 17 million boxes of fruit are now likely to be produced in total this season.
June 24 , 2016

World apple production forecast to rise slightly in 2015-16

The USDA says U.S. apple exports for the 2015-16 season are expected to hit their lowest levels in six years.
June 23 , 2016

China signs agreement allowing Polish apple exports

Following a ceremony in Warsaw this week, the first shipments of Polish apples are expected to arrive in China during the fall.
June 23 , 2016

Zespri triples profit forecast thanks to Gold3 license revenue

New Zealand's kiwifruit marketer has added an additional NZD$50 million to its full-year profit forecast.
June 23 , 2016

NZ: Profits jump for T&G Global

The company formerly known as Turners & Growers plans to open a new Southeast Asia office in Bangkok.
June 23 , 2016