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Ecuadorian tariffs could have flow-on effects for Chile's overseas grape exports

The delicate balance of Chilean grape prices abroad could be impacted by Ecuador's recent protectionist policy.
March 24 , 2015

Australia: Valleyfresh enters JV with Perth wholesaler

With the help of a Freshmax subsidiary, a previously unavailable type of pre-packing service will be up and running in one of the world's most isolated cities.
March 23 , 2015

NZ kiwifruit growers "overwhelmingly" support industry changes

More than 90% of New Zealand's kiwifruit growers have voted in favor of the KISP recommendations, with an industry head criticizing the "small vocal minority" who oppose the single desk structure.
March 23 , 2015

Indo-Israeli centres of excellence going strong

The Indo-Israel Agriculture Project Cooperation Project (IIAP) recently held its biggest workshop yet.
March 23 , 2015

Russian authorities intercept another Polish apple shipment

Some 58MT of Polish apples have been blocked from entering Russia via Kazakhstan.
March 23 , 2015

IFCO strengthens reusable plastic container presence in China

IFCO's Christy Zhu will be one of several speakers at this week's PMA Fresh Connections: China event in Shanghai.
March 23 , 2015

Russia may capitalize on U.S. ban of Dominican fruit

The U.S. ban on Dominican Republic fruit has the potential to play in favor of a Russian market in need of more supply.
March 23 , 2015

Australia: Other banana farms come up negative for Panama Disease TR4

While there is good news for the Australian banana industry, a grower body has urged everyone to stay vigilent.
March 23 , 2015

European School Fruit Scheme safe for now with funding allocated

Germany, Italy and Austria are the biggest beneficiaries in the latest EU School Fruit Scheme budget.
March 20 , 2015

No evidence Ebola transmitted through food, says EFSA

A recent report says there is no evidence the Ebola virus could be transmitted through food in the European Union.
March 20 , 2015