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U.S.: Trump announces "phase one" trade deal with China
U.S. President Trump said on Friday that he had reached a “substantial deal” with China that will forestall a planned tariff increase on Oct. 15.
October 11 , 2019
Uber moves into grocery delivery with Cornershop acquisition
The news comes a day after Walmart Canada announced it is expanding its official partnership with the Chile-based startup, which is also present in Mexico, Peru and Toronto.
October 11 , 2019
Kroger's Ocado plan for grocery delivery a "misstep", says financial firm
Analysts reportedly say that Kroger should have followed Walmart's lead and invested in micro-fulfillments rather than costly centralized fulfillment centers.
October 11 , 2019
Report alleges abuses in major supermarket supply chains
Workers on farms and plantations that supply many big supermarkets are often subject to poverty pay, harsh working conditions, and gender discrimination, Oxfam claims.
October 11 , 2019
Florida orange forecast "solid news" for industry
"This incremental increase is good news for the industry as we continue to recover from Hurricane Irma and the devastating effects of citrus greening."
October 10 , 2019
Walmart US announces new CEO
The new appointee will take over from Greg Foran, who is moving onto the role of CEO at Air New Zealand Limited.
October 10 , 2019
California table grape crop forecast falls again
In July California growers were expecting the third-largest crop in history, but it now looks to be within the normal range.
October 10 , 2019
Opinion: British apples and pears poised to grow
Sarah Calcutt of British Apples and Pears speaks about the organization's PR campaign over the past two years focussing on the ‘Goodness to Go’ message.
October 10 , 2019
Peruvian avocados: Industry consolidates in U.S. despite lower than expected exports
In addition, the strength of the U.S. market contributed to Peru generating returns that look set to be at least as high at least year despite a 17% dip in volumes.
October 10 , 2019
U.S. cherry exports see sharp drop to South Korea, but steady overall
U.S. cherry exports experienced a minor dip in value during the 2019 season, amid declines to the South Korean and Chinese markets and modest gains elsewhere.
October 10 , 2019
