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U.S. intercepts 'immense' cocaine load in Costa Rican produce cases
A shipment of drugs worth US$6 million was described as 'cleverly stashed' in a consignment from Central America.
September 28 , 2015
Dole farmer pesticide case to be revisited
Hundreds of Central American banana workers who allege pesticide use caused health problems have been granted a rehearing of their case against Dole Food Company.
September 25 , 2015
U.S.: Oneonta sees heightened market for large-sized apples
Fires have burned nearly one million acres in Washington State, but apple growers are 'staying the course' to deliver quality fruit at home and abroad.
September 25 , 2015
U.S.: H-E-B to donate salad bars in Texas schools
A Texan school district outside San Antonio will now give children access to healthier lunches, thanks to a generous donation as part of the Let's Move Salad Bars to Schools campaign.
September 25 , 2015
U.K.: Fruit seller prosecuted for stocking rotting produce
South African Cripps Pink apples were among the fruit found to be in an unmarketable condition on display in a U.K. shop.
September 25 , 2015
Belgium: BelOrta boosts tomato production by 70%
A Belgian tomato cooperative is hoping to lengthen its product availability to meet the demands of European markets.
September 25 , 2015
Protocol pre-signing raises Turkey's hopes for Chinese cherry market access
The world's largest cherry-producing country is one step closer to gaining Chinese market access.
September 25 , 2015
First Peruvian blueberries take off for Canada
Peru has shipped Hass avocados and blueberries to major new markets within the space of a few weeks.
September 25 , 2015
Australian govt grants AUD$1.9M for small hort exporters
A new grant for boosting Australia's produce exports covers a wide range of initiatives, from online accreditation to market access to leafy green packaging development.
September 24 , 2015
Australia: IPO and Asian venture start-up costs bite into Costa's FY2015 results
Costa Group's EBITDA was down in FY2015, but key investments in tomato and berry production look set to keep the company on track for revenue growth.
September 24 , 2015
