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Market Pulse Week 29 - 2013

Imported apples performed well in North America and Europe in week 29.
July 24 , 2013

The right light for fruit taste, smell and value

U.S. researchers have found certain LED lighting to improve the aroma and taste of key fruit varieties.
July 24 , 2013

Red spot takes toll on Peruvian banana exports

Organic banana growers in northern Peru are developing an emergency plan to tackle red spot disease.
July 24 , 2013

South Africa on track to fulfill avocado expectations

South Africa's Derek Donkin describes a strong avocado campaign, fit to compete with Peru.
July 24 , 2013

NZ avocado exporters forge partnership for Australian sales

New Zealand's top two avocado exporters are now collaborating across destination markets with the formation of a new alliance.
July 24 , 2013

Argentina: producers lament entrance of Ecuadorian bananas

Ecuadorian bananas may now enter Argentina's Tucuman province and local producers are not happy.
July 23 , 2013

Pakistan reaches mango deal with China

A recent protocol signing with China has been described as a breakthrough for Pakistan's mango exporters.
July 23 , 2013

U.S.: concern grows over fire blight treatment options

As an oxytetracycline restriction nears, U.S. organic apple and pear producers are growing nervous for an alternative.
July 23 , 2013

Argentine lemon exports 'normal' despite advanced ripening

Abnormal weather conditions have led to faster ripening for Argentina's lemons.
July 23 , 2013

Opinion: the achievements of biological control in Chile

BioBichos' Marcos Gerding sheds light on Chile's history of insect introduction to control agricultural pests.
July 23 , 2013