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Uruguay to send first citrus shipment to the U.S. this week

Five Uruguayan companies are preparing the country's first Valencia orange shipments to the U.S.
October 15 , 2013

U.S.: Mastronardi to double size of Michigan greenhouse

Mastronardi plans to supply more locally grown tomatoes in the U.S. Midwest with a greenhouse expansion.
October 15 , 2013

U.S.: Limoneira makes US$8.75M land expansion

U.S. company Limoneira has boosted its lemon acreage by more than 10% through a recent acquisition.
October 14 , 2013

NZ: Zespri sees less Psa expression in kiwifruit vines

Zespri CEO Lain Jager discusses the past season, conditions for the next kiwifruit crop, a Chinese focus and Chile's frosts.
October 14 , 2013

Spain: biodegradable citrus packaging eases waste disposal

Spanish researchers have developed fruit and vegetable netting ready for the compost bin.
October 14 , 2013

Lower Mexican supply makes room for NZ avocados in Asia

New Zealand's avocado industry is expecting significant improvements in orchard gate returns for growers this year.
October 14 , 2013

A grape-rich diet could mean better bone health

Move over, milk; grapes may play a role in maintaining strong, healthy bones.
October 11 , 2013

Changes afoot for Chinese fruit purchases

Chinese importers discuss a watershed moment in Shanghai and some evolving fruit industry trends.
October 11 , 2013

Shipping giants join forces to form South American company

The world's largest reefer owner and operator has combined with Chile's Pacific Seaways in a new venture.
October 10 , 2013

Driscoll's plans blackberry variety transition in Mexico

Gerardo Cruz from Driscoll's discusses plans to ramp up Mexican blackberry production with sweeter fruit.
October 10 , 2013

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