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U.S. relaxes Chilean lemon import rules
At present the fruit can only be imported once it has an approved methyl bromide treatment.
April 05 , 2018
U.S.: Investment firm acquires Fresh Innovations California
Fresh Innovations is a processor of fresh sliced apples and other packaged fruits and vegetables.
April 05 , 2018
Laser labeling set for European expansion
The technology’s growing acceptance has also sparked global interest from companies from Canada to China and Japan.
April 05 , 2018
Chinese tariffs to put U.S. cherry export growth under strain
After growing exports to China more than four-fold since 2013, through an emphasis on quality fruit the U.S. cherry industry is determined not to become collateral damage in the U.S.-China trade dispute.
April 05 , 2018
Chilean prune sector expects to benefit from China-U.S. trade dispute
"Chile is the world's biggest prune exporter, and in Asia - mainly in China, Japan and India - we have lower market shares than other countries in the world."
April 05 , 2018
Peruvian mango exports could break record this season, says industry rep
The claim comes despite a huge drop in shipments to the U.S. market this season.
April 05 , 2018
Greenyard to obtain remaining Fresh Direct Belgium shares
The company said that the deal had been struck with Fresh Direct Belgium's managing director and co-shareholder, Ben De Pelsmaeker.
April 04 , 2018
Australia: Pome fruit industry lanches Hailstorm Heroes campaign
The initiative has been launched in numerous domestic retailers to promote fruit that received cosmetic damage following severe hailstorms last year.
April 04 , 2018
Chiquita bolsters Star Cool container fleet
The Star Cool controlled atmosphere system will ensure an extended transportation period of up to 45 days and prolonged shelf life, according to Maersk.
April 04 , 2018
Chile: Spotted wing Drosophila found in major blueberry-growing region
The insect was found in a raspberry field in the southern Biobio region.
April 04 , 2018
