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Panama Disease TR4 detected in Pakistan, Lebanon
A Dutch scientist has confirmed outbreaks of Panama Disease Tropical Race IV in Lebanon and Pakistan, but communication issues may be a challenge in containing the disease's spread.
March 31 , 2015
Avocado shortage in Europe as Easter approaches
Mission Produce Europe says early ends and late starts from some major avocado-producing countries are pushing up prices.
March 31 , 2015
Australia: Plants destroyed on TR4-contaminated banana farm
Some 210 plants on a Queensland banana plantation have been destroyed to try and contain Panama disease.
March 31 , 2015
U.S.: Gerawan upbeat for new crop and unfazed by exchange rates
California's largest stonefruit grower says the strong dollar is not affecting overseas demand for its upcoming crop.
March 31 , 2015
U.K.: Port expansion to make one of Europe's 'largest reefer facilities'
A £20 million refrigerated distribution center in London will have capacity for 25,000 pallets.
March 31 , 2015
International Blueberry Organization to host forum Down Under
Blueberry experts from around the globe will come to Coffs Harbour in September for a 'true blue' Aussie experience.
March 31 , 2015
Spain signs deal to open U.S. market for avocados and apricots
Spain's prioritization of new market openings means two more of the country's fruits will soon be able to reach the U.S.
March 31 , 2015
U.S. opens doors to Mexican figs
APHIS believes irradiation treatment will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of importing fresh figs from Mexico.
March 30 , 2015
Russia trashes gray market apples
Recent photos show Russian authorities have dumped illegal fruit in landfill sites.
March 30 , 2015
U.K.: Earliest ever raspberries hit Waitrose shelves
British Summer Fruits (BSF) expects outdoor raspberry crops to be two weeks later than last year.
March 30 , 2015
