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Colombian authorities intercept citrus pest in U.S., Spanish shipments

Colombia has rejected four shipments of citrus fruit from abroad due to the discovery of red scale.
March 13 , 2014

U.S. produce aisles experience volume and sales growth

The latest data released by United Fresh indicates growth across all major retail fruit categories in the U.S.
March 13 , 2014

Pennsylvania and Veracruz consider maritime trade

A shift from land to maritime trade could improve commerce between Pennsylvania and Veracruz.
March 13 , 2014

Banana Mission: rid the world of all NoNos

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March 12 , 2014

Market Pulse Week 10 - 2014

Argentine pear supply affected sales of Chilean pears in the U.S. during week 10.
March 12 , 2014

U.K. asparagus to hit shelves earlier in 2014

A combination of mild weather and improved growing techniques will give the U.K. a wider asparagus window.
March 12 , 2014

Staying competitive is key for Australia's native nut

The Australian macadamia nut industry is aggressively pushing for higher yields and new markets.
March 12 , 2014

Philippine govt makes banana grower insurance payment

The Philippines' Agriculture Secretary has pledged to prioritize crop insurance programs in 2015.
March 12 , 2014

USDA expands loan program for specialty produce growers

U.S. fruit and veggie growers will have requirements eased and options expanded for storage-related loans.
March 12 , 2014

Dutch growers gear up for China-bound pear exports

Frugi Venta's Inge Ribbens looks at a range of market opening negotiations in the works.
March 11 , 2014