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U.S. apple industry suffers hard blow with India's tariffs

The tariffs will definitely impact the U.S.'s overall apple export volume, with shipments likely falling by almost 80%, said IG International director Tarun Arora. 
June 20 , 2019

Q&A: Reynolds executive development chef provides insights on plant-based movement

Diane Camp discusses the opportunities for distributors to convey menu ideas to their customers during the London Produce Show's Foodservice Forum.
June 19 , 2019

Peru's blueberry export volume to increase 60% over last year

Peru's blueberry exports are also set to reach a value of US$830 million in 2019, up 51% from its 2018 campaign, according to a report by Scotiabank.
June 19 , 2019

EU's citrus production set to rise 8% over last year

The increase is due to an expected rebound in Spanish production, the EU’s main citrus producer, which saw favorable growing conditions, says the USDA.
June 19 , 2019

Opinion: Produce and politics

When politics in produce goes beyond policy regarding food production and consumption, it's up to the industry to point out the long-term consequences, says Oster & Associates president Bev Oster.
June 19 , 2019

State of the Market - Week 24, 2019

The price of table grapes rose in Asia this week due to lower supplies from Chile and Australia. Meanwhile, kiwifruit and apple prices in Latin America were up.
June 19 , 2019

U.S., China revive trade talks ahead of Trump-Xi G20 meeting

"I agree that the economic and trade teams of the two countries will maintain communication on how to resolve differences,” President Xi was quoted telling state media.
June 18 , 2019

Three challenges for the Colombian avocado sector

Colombia is one of the most attractive supplies of Hass avocado in the world due to its almost year-round availability, but some key challenges remain.
June 18 , 2019

Fall Creek founder's insights into "changing" blueberry industry

The blueberry industry pioneer delved into valuable topics including horticultural practices, methods to extend shelf life, and the need for innovation.
June 18 , 2019

Blueberries in Charts: Finding opportunities in the gaps

The spikes in blueberry prices correlate to the valleys of production and vice-a-versa, creating a dynamic where the shoulders of the U.S. season see the best prices.
June 18 , 2019

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