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Dutch trio turn to organic tomatoes as demand grows
Three Dutch brothers' organic production only began this year, but they are already set to export to the U.K.
June 12 , 2015
Record NZ avocado season saw volumes almost up by a half
Despite New Zealand experiencing its highest ever avocado production season, returns almost hit record levels.
June 12 , 2015
Spanish strawberry production falls as growers diversify crops
One industry body in Spain estimates volumes will end up being 10-15% lower than the 279,000MT produced last year.
June 12 , 2015
Brazil to export larger mangoes to U.S.
Within the space of a couple of months, the U.S. has eased weight restrictions for mango imports from two South American countries.
June 12 , 2015
U.S.: Agreement finalized for cold treatment-free Colombian Cape gooseberries
A big opportunity has opened up for Colombian golden berry producers in two departments with farms above a certain altitude.
June 12 , 2015
Strong volumes and sales lift start of Zespri kiwifruit campaign
Zespri's exports of gold kiwifruit this seaon are reportedly anticipated to be on par with pre-Psa levels at around 32 million trays.
June 11 , 2015
Capespan Asia & Golden Wing Mau team up to explore markets
Capespan is embarking upon a 'specialized initiative' with a China-based company in which it holds a 25% stake.
June 11 , 2015
Leading Israeli banana breeder to test varieties in Australia
The head of Israeli biotech group Rahan Meristem is reportedly 'certain' the company's materials will be helpful to Australian banana growers.
June 11 , 2015
U.S.: Stemilt introduces 'sweetest cherry brand on the market'
The season of a major U.S. cherry grower's new Skylar Rae-branded fruit will last for a month from mid-June.
June 11 , 2015
European fruit and vegetable consumption in decline
A Freshfel representative says it is 'urgent' to stimulate falling demand for produce in Europe.
June 11 , 2015
