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Grape compound 'may be effective alternative to drugs' in fight against depression
Scientists have found that the plant compound resveratrol, found in the skin and seeds of grapes and berries, can block an enzyme that causes depression and anxiety.
August 21 , 2019
Chilean cherry exports to rise 15% to over 200,000MT, forecasts USDA
It attributed the projected increase to increased productivity in new orchards. There are now 37,000 hectares of Chilean cherry farms - almost double the figure in the 2015-16 season.
August 21 , 2019
Argentina eyes U.S. mandarin, orange market access next year
A delegation from the U.S.'s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) recently visited the country to audit the production and control systems for citrus exports.
August 21 , 2019
EU apple market to "return to a year of stability", says VOG
Gerhard Dichgans, CEO of the major Italian cooperative consortium, provides an overview of expectations for the European apple market and production forecasts from VOG's members.
August 20 , 2019
Chilean Blueberry Committee implements quality system amid industry evolution
The Quality System covers five "fundamental pillars". These include correct varietal selection, production, harvest, post-harvest, and final verification that the quality meets the current market requirements.
August 20 , 2019
Pacific Organic Produce enhances positions in sales and grower relations
PRESS RELEASE San Francisco, CA - Pacific Organic Produce welcomes new hires Gerry Chua, Manuel Pinon and Tina Barnes to PACOs Sales and Grower Relations business teams. Sales Account Representative, Gerry Chua, has 30 years’ industry experience along with business acumen from his MBA from Santa Clara. He has sold a wide variety of both […]
August 19 , 2019
U.S.: Citrus greening spreads in three states
The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) says the move follows citrus greening detections in "multiple locations" in these states.
August 19 , 2019
'Groundbreaking' new venture to create 'world's largest indoor farming project'
A leading North American greenhouse grower and a visionary have launched a new "groundbreaking" company called Green International Ventures LLC (GIVE), which will develop its first project in the Middle East prior to international expansion.
August 19 , 2019
Global Cherry Summit announces date for 2020
The premier event in the global cherry industry will return for its third edition, bringing together the world’s leading players to share key information and focus on the new challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
August 19 , 2019
Possibility of citrus greening early detection kit rollout, says researcher
Dr. Nian Wang says he's provided enough information on his HLB early detection method for companies to develop the kit on their own, or his team could develop one.
August 19 , 2019
