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Turkish cherry industry takes advantage of U.S.-China trade war 'in a very significant way'
When China's tariffs against the U.S. rose, Turkey used the political tension to its advantage, strengthening its own export relationship with the Asian nation.
August 07 , 2019
Chilean citrus: Clementines end with 18% volume drop, mandarins off to quick start
Juan Enrique Ortúza, president of the Chilean Citrus Committee, said that mandarin exports are higher year-on-year but are expected to finish off lower than 2018.
August 07 , 2019
Australian Fresh Produce Alliance commits to ethical employment practices
To improve the sector's employment practices, the alliance says it will work with retailers, suppliers, the government, and their grower networks.
August 06 , 2019
LatAm countries form united front against TR4 - 'Diseases know no borders'
The agriculture ministers of Costa Rica, Colombia and Ecuador, along with various other international delegations, all attended an event in Quito on Monday.
August 06 , 2019
Blueberries in Charts: Higher prices are coming
The blueberry industry should see a price increase in the next couple of weeks, a trend historically seen from week 30 to week 40.
August 06 , 2019
Argentine lemons: "Tough" second U.S. export season, says Seald Sweet
Argentine lemon exporters have not been able to build much upon their last season in the U.S. market this year, with unusually heavy rains in growing regions diminishing the amount of export-quality fruit.
August 06 , 2019
U.S.: United Fresh reports rising fresh produce sales, slowed unit growth
Value-added vegetables and meal prep options are especially bolstering momentum, according to the United Fresh Produce Association's FreshFacts on Retail.
August 05 , 2019
Chinese companies have stopped buying U.S. agricultural products, says commerce ministry
The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump last week signaled he would set new tariffs on US$300bn more of Chinese goods from Sept. 1.
August 05 , 2019
Clean Verification: A revolutionary new way to rid produce of pathogens
Clean Verification treatment - which is being used by Sunkist and Mission Produce - is not only more effective at killing harmful pathogens than traditional methods, but also extends fruits' shelf life and eliminates pesticide residue.
August 05 , 2019
Researchers develop new early citrus greening detection method
Using a low-cost staining method, researchers have developed a technique to make an early diagnosis of Citrus greening - up to two days after transmission.
August 05 , 2019
