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Colombia must boost productivity to complement currency changes, says banana chief
"We had 10 years of exchange rates that were totally adverse for our industry," says Augura executive president Juan Camilo Restrepo.
August 31 , 2015
U.S.: California pomegranates set for another early start
A representative of Ruby Fresh says the strong U.S. dollar will likely reduce exports, but believes strong domestic demand can absorb volume.
August 28 , 2015
Mission Produce's first Peruvian avocados set sail for China
A California-based company says it has exported the first ever fresh avocados from Peru to China, and expects strong future growth.
August 28 , 2015
India: NZ avocados head to Mumbai as IG International expands portfolio
Leading Indian fruit trader IG International has made a move into the avocado category, with the help of Delica in New Zealand.
August 28 , 2015
Italian apple variety sets up shop in Australia
Italian-bred Modì apples are now grown in Victoria and will be available for the Australian market during September and October.
August 28 , 2015
Spain: Adverse weather sends Valencia persimmon estimate down
Although Valencia's persimmon crop is now expected to be 10% down on previous estimates, farmers are on the whole gearing up for a good season.
August 28 , 2015
Lime exports squeeze upwards for Brazil, Mexico
Two of the world's leading lime exporting nations witnessed solid increases in shipments in the first half of 2015.
August 28 , 2015
U.S.: California Giant gives consumers chance to vote for salad bar donation
California Giant Berry Farms is getting consumers involved in a donation it plans to make for the 'Let’s Move Salad Bars to Schools’ campaign.
August 28 , 2015
U.S.: Matson Fruit receives accolades for energy saving initiatives
Matson Fruit was one of three Yakima businesses to be recently awarded the 'wattsmart® Business Partner of the Year' from Pacific Power.
August 28 , 2015
U.S.: Dole exec puts island mansion on the market for US$25M
Before he was ordered by a Delaware court to pay millions in damages over Dole's privatization, C. Michael Carter was selling a 'labor of love' home that took 16 years to build.
August 27 , 2015
