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SA gains approval to export to Vietnam again

South African fruit producers eye-up the Far East market, following Vietnam's decision to allow imports again.
March 09 , 2012

NZ kiwifruit orchards to be tested for correct use of Psa-V antibiotics

Extensive tests to check NZ kiwifruit growers use of anti-Psa sprays is to start.
March 09 , 2012

US: New deep red strawberry launched at horticulture show

A new U.S. strawberry cultivar with a deep purple color is to be patented by the end of the year.
March 09 , 2012

Mexico predicts 10% jump in mango shipments to U.S.

Mexico believes its mango marketing has paid off with an increasing U.S. appetite for the fruit.
March 09 , 2012

Exotic fruit from the Philipinnes could soon be on U.S. shelves

Rambutans, litchis and longans from the Philippines look set to be exported soon to the U.S.
March 08 , 2012

Opinion: fine tuning refrigerated cargo loading to avoid losses

Taking the right steps for packing fruit for shipment is crucial for export success advises Crowley Maritime.
March 08 , 2012

Chile's fresh fruit exports climbed 5.8%

Chile's fruit shipments jumped due to an increasing appetite for cherry, plum and blueberry imports.
March 07 , 2012

Pacific workers alleviate Australia's ag labor crisis

Australian farmers have reaped benefits from the Pacific Seasonal Workers Pilot Scheme (PSWPS).
March 07 , 2012

SA stonefruit posted higher exports but prices stayed flat

Despite exporting record quantities of nectarines and apricots, South Africa has found this year's stonefruit season hard.
March 07 , 2012

Opinion: produce variety drives reduced sales and shrink

Growers, suppliers and retailers need to collaborate to drive up sales with carefully chosen produce.
March 06 , 2012

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