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Q&A: SanLucar's multi-faceted approach to raising fruit consumption, standards

Being on the move in new growing regions while maintaining strict quality and social standards does not make for easy business.
February 18 , 2016

NZ kiwifruit grower group elects new CEO

A woman who has helped transform New Zealand's citrus industry will take a leading role at group involved with a fruit so synonymous with the country - kiwifruit. 
February 18 , 2016

Zespri makes generous pledge to Surf Life Saving New Zealand

Thanks to kiwifruit marketer Zespri, local lifeguards will receive free training in three regions of New Zealand.
February 18 , 2016

Why is Indian produce consumption so low when production is so high?

Indians are not eating as much fresh fruit and vegetables as they should be, according to a new report.
February 18 , 2016

New Zealand apple exports to exceed NZ$700M in 2016

Pipfruit NZ is not going to let China's slowing economy get in the way of a bullish outlook for exports to Asia.
February 17 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 6, 2016

Poor weather conditions on the U.S. East Coast put pressure on the market for imported peaches, nectarines and plums.
February 17 , 2016

Chile's southernmost cherries notched export surge in 2015

England has become a leading market for late season cherries grown in Chilean Patagonia.
February 17 , 2016

U.K.: Waitrose wonky veggie line launched

Waitrose has launched a misshapen seasonal vegetable range including crooked carrots, imperfect parsnips and peculiar potatoes.
February 17 , 2016

Is 2016 shaping up to be a sweeter year for Indian mango exports?

Taking a look ahead to India’s mango season, Maharashtra crop estimates look to be around 15-20% up on last year.
February 16 , 2016

China: Shandong airport becomes designated fruit entry point

The Jinan Yaoqing International Airport has become a designated entry point for imported fruit in Shandong.
February 16 , 2016