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California: grower body expects 'renewed emphasis' on food safety
A key Californian producer association says this summer's stonefruit contamination scare was a 'wake-up call' for the industry, and has also praised the recently proposed water bond as a 'valid opportunity'.
August 19 , 2014
U.S.: New Mexico Chile Association to launch certification program
New Mexico's chile industry will today launch a certification program to protect its peppers from copycats.
August 19 , 2014
EU slates €125M for emergency measures to prop up produce industry
The European Union will tap emergency funding to support growers affected by Russia's import ban, but not all crops will be included.
August 18 , 2014
Peru: Camposol profit surges more than 2.5 times in Q2
Peppers were the only produce item that didn't show growth for Peruvian exporter Camposol in the second quarter.
August 18 , 2014
Brazilian suitor urges Chiquita shareholders to reject Fyffes merger
After the Chiquita board said "no" to a takeover offer, two Brazilian groups are making a direct pitch to shareholders.
August 18 , 2014
ProEcuador sees new ground in Russia for broccoli and tropical fruit
Ecuador's broccoli growers hope to replicate their Japanese success in Russia now that key competitors are gone.
August 18 , 2014
Potatoes and grapes in the spotlight for India in Russia
IG International's Tarun Arora looks at the Indian crops to benefit from Russia's import ban, and how the move will affect European and Middle Eastern growers' orientations toward his country.
August 18 , 2014
Peruvian avocados with sunblotch detected in Chile
Chilean growers hope lab results will give weight to their appeal to prevent unfettered access for Peruvian avocados.
August 18 , 2014
U.S.: another record year for Pink Lady apples
Washington State Pink Lady volume is not just up by 14% this year, but movement has been strong week-on-week.
August 15 , 2014
Peruvian pomegranate exports to more than double in 2014
Peru's pomegranate industry sees rapid growth in production and exports, but the increase is impacting on prices.
August 15 , 2014
