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India fruit trade attracts California almonds, Washington apples and Australian cherries
Global fresh fruit exporters have their sights set on India. We round up the month's top headlines about the India fruit trade.
April 14 , 2024
FCSIC board of directors votes to return excess funds to Farm Credit System banks
The Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation board of directors has approved a payment of approximately $122.8 million in excess insurance funds to Farm Credit System banks.
April 12 , 2024
Florida governor signs bill that bans local heat protection for workers
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill Friday that bans cities and counties from passing their own heat protections for outdoor workers.
April 12 , 2024
CPMA visits Washington in support of Canadian fresh produce sector
They held discussions around issues of impact on Canada and USA agriculture trade in addition to key files for the fresh fruits and vegetable sector.
April 12 , 2024
Peru restricts Chilean fruit imports over pest detection
Peru's SENASA said the entry of Oriental fruit moth would cause significant economic losses for producers of these fruits.
April 12 , 2024
Brazil's avocado campaign booms in Europe
In March, Brazil's avocado export campaign picked up pace with substantial volume destined for Europe, in particular the Netherlands.
April 12 , 2024
US national citrus forecast hit by Valencia decline
The USDA NASS April citrus forecast shows a hit to overall U.S. citrus production, resulting largely from a dip in Florida's Valencia crop.
April 12 , 2024
Mexican mango volume drops as Guatemala, Nicaragua rise
In total, this week volume is about 8% lower than what was shipped the previous week.
April 11 , 2024
Grocery price spike leads to formal inquiry in Connecticut
A March 21 Federal Trade Commission (FTC) report is making waves in Connecticut, where authorities will probe alleged grocer price gouging that contributed to historic inflation and higher profits.
April 11 , 2024
Tips on berry sampling for spotted wing drosophila to guide your IPM program
A simple berry sampling method has been developed that can indicate when berries are free of spotted wing drosophila or are starting to be infested.
April 11 , 2024
