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Chinese man fails breathalyzer test after eating durian fruit
A follow-up blood test proved that there was no alcohol in his system, putting the man in the clear, and leading the police to carry out tests to establish if eating the fruit can lead to a false positive reading.
May 02 , 2019
Experts analyze biggest challenges facing Chile at Global Cherry Summit 2019
With numerous high density orchards being planted in the world's top cherry-exporting country, volumes are set to soar to even greater heights over the coming years.
May 02 , 2019
'What does it take to win with new grape varieties?' - Marketing expert to explain at Global Grape Summit
Don Goodwin, the founder and president of U.S.-based Golden Sun Marketing will enlighten attendees at the upcoming Global Grape Summit on June 5 with his perspective during a session entitled "Marketing Table Grapes for Success".
May 02 , 2019
U.K.: Greenyard Frozen and Tesco announce new partnership
The strategic supply agreement will "contribute positively" to the revenue of all parties in the supply chain, says Greenyard.
April 30 , 2019
USDA seeks comments on proposed Chinese citrus imports
APHIS says its scientists determined pomelo, Nanfeng honey mandarin, ponkan, sweet orange, and Satsuma mandarin fruit from China can be safely imported into the U.S. under a systems approach.
April 30 , 2019
Fresh Del Monte: Lower banana profits contribute to dip in Q1 net income
The company has also announced a realignment of its operating segments, consolidating its other fresh produce and prepared food businesses into one division called fresh and value-added products in a bid to improve performance.
April 30 , 2019
Bananas in Charts: U.S. market supplies hit five-year low
Weather-related issues in some of the market's biggest suppliers - including Guatemala and Costa Rica - have led to dramatic reductions in volumes that are illustrated in the charts.
April 30 , 2019
U.S.: FDA approves GM Arctic Fuji apple
Arctic Fujis are the third non-browning apple variety Okanagan Specialty Fruits has been approved to grow, along with Arctic Golden and Arctic Granny.
April 29 , 2019
Amazon highlights developments with produce, grocery business in Q1 report
The e-commerce giant is offering price cuts on fresh produce at its Whole Foods Market, expanding its Prime Now delivery service to additional metro stations, and accepting SNAP EBT cards.
April 29 , 2019
Wawona begins promotable stone fruit volumes
PRESS RELEASE Cutler, CA — Wawona Packing Company, a leading grower and shipper of organic and conventional tree fruit, today announced the start of its 2019 stone fruit season. Beginning with proprietary varieties of organic and conventional peaches and nectarines, the program will expand to include additional commodities and varieties as the season progresses with […]
April 29 , 2019
