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Plastic covers worth their weight in gold for Chilean kiwifruit
Based on the results of rigorous studies, consultant and grower Christian Abud says the technology is a matter of "life or death" for Chile's gold kiwifruit industry.
May 03 , 2016
EU: CAP aid applications deadline extended
Industry group Copa Cogeca has welcomed the extension, claiming producers from member states will be in a better position to put together comprehensive applications.
May 03 , 2016
NZ horticultural exports hit record in 2015
Cherries, avocados, kiwifruit, apples and wine were key drivers of a rise in shipments to NZ$4.3 billion last year.
May 02 , 2016
Canada: Windset Farms joins Equitable Food Initiative
The EFI, which has retail partners including Costco and Whole Foods, has certified its first Canadian farm.
May 02 , 2016
Opinion: Chinese middle class drives fresh produce markets
Ray Griffin of Robinson Fresh looks at the branding and quality credentials gained by overseas produce suppliers to the Chinese market.
May 02 , 2016
Could Peru grow its own Galas, Pink Lady and Fuji apples?
Sierra Exportadora is training small growers in a region it claims has ideal conditions for the world's in-demand apple varieties.
May 02 , 2016
Chile: Avocado fungal disease identified
It may not be the leading cause for rejections of Chilean avocados on arrival, but it could play a more important role in phytosanitary programs.
May 02 , 2016
Fyffes lifts 2016 earnings targets
The purchase of Canada's largest mushroom company has led a top EU produce multinational to lift its profit expectations.
April 29 , 2016
California one step closer to exporting avocados to China
The California Avocado Commission is expecting a visit from AQSIQ in May to develop a protocol work plan.
April 29 , 2016
Kenyan avocado exports on the rise as quality improves
"Kenyan avocados can match any other avocados grown anywhere else in the world," says David Mulwa of Kandia FPS Ltd.
April 29 , 2016
