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Europe must "urgently" tackle export market barriers, says Freshfel
Freshfel Europe has offered a number of solutions to achieve this, including developing and implementing better defined international standards.
July 31 , 2019
Australia: New project will boost capability to detect 'number one plant biosecurity threat'
Australia's Hort Innovation is funding a new project aimed at building the country's capability to detect and control Xylella fastidiosa, should it ever enter the country.
July 30 , 2019
Wonderful Pistachios No Shells launches new Chili Roasted and Honey Roasted to add flavor to everyday snacking
PRESS RELEASE Los Angeles, California – Wonderful® Pistachios introduced two new flavors to its Wonderful Pistachios No Shells offerings—Chili Roasted and Honey Roasted—two distinctive flavors that allow the brand to reach two contrasting categories of snacking fans; those seeking heat, and those who enjoy a sweet escape. Now the convenience of Wonderful Pistachio No Shells can be […]
July 30 , 2019
Fresh Del Monte posts strong Q2 following "strategic shift"
Fresh Del Monte Produce (NYSE: FDP) has reported a much stronger second financial quarter than last year, which the company's CEO attributed to a recent "strategic shift" by the organization.
July 30 , 2019
Peru set for another big increase in blueberry exports in 2019-20
Peru looks set to continue its explosive growth trend in blueberry supplies this coming season, with a forecast that could make it the world's largest exporter.
July 30 , 2019
Miraculous mangoes: How the fruit is advancing plastics, medicine, shipping
Not only has new research shown how mango peels can be used to make bioplastic, but also that the peels can be used to develop tissue to protect burns and its leaves can prevent rust on ships.
July 30 , 2019
USDA expands quarantine zone for citrus black spot in Florida
According to the USDA, this is the first time that citrus black spot has been detected on a residential property in Florida since 2010.
July 29 , 2019
Q&A: Westfalia Fruit on EU avocado market's import shortfall
"Europe is again experiencing supply limitations with a lower volume crop availability from its main supply countries of South Africa and Peru," Westfalia says.
July 29 , 2019
Opinion: Poland and Turkey have much in common with horticulture
John Giles of Promar International says both Poland and Turkey have lots of good fruit, ambitious export plans, and well-informed management.
July 29 , 2019
California table grape crop forecast down on spring estimate
The new figure is lower than last year's crop but higher than the five-year average. The Central Valley harvest is now ramping up, but one grower-exporter says there are currently challenging market conditions.
July 29 , 2019
