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South Africa: New persimmon varieties could raise future production
While drought has put the strain on volumes this year, Jan Hoon of Franschhoek Marketing has an optimistic long-term outlook.
May 04 , 2016
French politician questions what's next for EU-U.S. TTIP negotiations
A French trade minister has said Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership talks could could come to a halt.
May 04 , 2016
State of the Market - Week 17, 2016
Slight price rises were seen for U.S. Granny Smiths in Asia, reaching higher levels than bi-colored and red varieties.
May 04 , 2016
Australia: Ausveg 'disappointed' by budget backpacker tax decision
Despite protests from growers, a proposed tax on migrant workers remains in Australia's Federal Budget.
May 04 , 2016
South Korea to accept imports of Australian blood oranges
Citrus Australia and Hort Innovation have praised the decision, which adds to arrangements for Navel and Valencia oranges.
May 04 , 2016
Fresh Del Monte profits almost doubled in Q1
Lower per unit costs and higher volumes created the perfect storm for Fresh Del Monte's banana and pineapple businesses in the first quarter.
May 04 , 2016
U.S.: Giumarra watermelons to be seasoned and in-season
Through its brand Nature's Partner the company will team up with Tajin Seasonings to promote watermelons grown in Sonora, Mexico.
May 04 , 2016
U.S.: CBC sues University of California over strawberry breeding program
California Berry Cultivars has remonstrated with the university over the "collapse" of protocols and precedents in developing strawberries.
May 03 , 2016
Canada: BC Tree Fruits forecasts record cherry season
A Canadian fruit grower cooperative expects an early and high-volume cherry deal this year.
May 03 , 2016
Chile could lose US$100M from walnut damages
The heaviest rains in April for 65 years have taken their toll on Chilean walnut farmers.
May 03 , 2016
