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Chile: Rain and snow further mitigate Coquimbo drought
A Chilean fruit industry representative says the Coquimbo region now has enough water to irrigation farms for two more years.
October 22 , 2015
Costa Rica forecasts banana losses of up to US$100M
Flooding that hit the Central American country earlier this year is causing ongoing problems for the banana and pineapple industries.
October 22 , 2015
Turkish port container facility on track for 2016 opening
APM Terminals says a new port opening will 'contribute significantly' to Turkey's export growth.
October 22 , 2015
State of the Market - Week 42, 2015
U.S. avocado prices were kept under pressure from abundant Mexican supply in week 42.
October 21 , 2015
Russia blocks 24MT Turkish grape load
Turkish grapes crossing the Black Sea to Russia were denied entry following the detection of Western flower thrips.
October 21 , 2015
Australia establishes AUD$1.2M national fruit fly council
The Queensland and Mediterranean fruit fly will be the focus of a new joint government and industry body in Australia.
October 21 , 2015
Kenyan union raises concern over Del Monte court battles
Kenya's Central Organisation of Trade Unions has called on the government to put an end to court cases between two counties and produce group Del Monte.
October 21 , 2015
NZ: Record apple blossoms set scene for bumper crop
New Zealand's largest organic apple grower says a hot, sunny summer and cold, dry winter have been 'ideal' for the fruit coming on.
October 21 , 2015
British quinoa production booms with new Waitrose deal
After around five years of field trials, the British Quinoa Company is now growing commercial volumes of one of the food industry's most in vogue crops.
October 21 , 2015
Canada: CPMA congratulates new govt
The newly elected Liberal Party promises to give Canadian produce sellers protection at home, while restoring Canada’s preferential access to PACA provisions in the U.S.
October 20 , 2015
