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High hopes for Chilean blues after Lobesia no-show

Chilean authorities expect the U.S. may soon lift fumigation requirements on blueberry exports from a key growing area.
June 14 , 2016

Russian ban may extend to West Africa

Russia's food safety watchdog has earmarked nine West African countries as in line for produce import restrictions.
June 14 , 2016

U.S.: California fig deal "fast and furious", says Catania

Higher labor and water costs may push up prices in the summer, while for one distributor Mexican-sourced figs are set to quadruple later in the year.
June 14 , 2016

Aksun to open Turkey's largest produce packhouse

A major Turkish produce company has recently made the largest investment in its 30-year history.
June 14 , 2016

HK group to launch Aussie mango import deal in Indonesia

Hong Kong-based farm management company Plantations International has set up an Indonesian subsidiary for the purpose of importing Australian mangoes.
June 14 , 2016

Costa Rican police destroy marijuana plants hidden in fruit fields

A new technique for hiding marijuana in passion fruit fields has been discovered in Costa Rica.
June 13 , 2016

Pink Lady apple cosy campaign hailed major success

Pink Lady came up with a novel idea to keep fruit in perfect condition for longer this year with the launch of the cosy, a knitted apple protector.
June 13 , 2016

Fruit South Africa looks to boost Indian trade ties

There is no excuse for South African apples not to compete in India, says Dr. Konanani Liphadzi.
June 13 , 2016

More than half of U.S. households buy fresh mushrooms

"A high level of repeat purchasers is exciting news for the category,” says Mushroom Council president Bart Minor.
June 13 , 2016

NZ to "crop manage" 3M trays of green kiwifruit

The late maturity of a large crop has forced the New Zealand kiwifruit industry to take volume out of its export inventory.
June 13 , 2016