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South African lemon exports set new record
A lower proportion of fruit was shipped to the Middle East and Southeast Asia this year, while Europe, the U.K. and North America received a higher share.
October 29 , 2018
Australia: Less than 10% of migrant workers claim unpaid wages, report finds
"Our study confirms that Australia has a large, silent underclass of underpaid migrant workers," says report co-author Bassina Farbenblum.
October 29 , 2018
Peru: Table grape exports set to increase 7%, says USDA
The USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service estimated that exports would also rise by 7%.
October 29 , 2018
Peruvian avocado exports to China tripled this year, says Camposol
The company says that this season has been a strong one in the Chinese market, with a good market performance and positive consumer responses to new packaging options.
October 29 , 2018
Zespri forecasts 25% rise for Northern Hemisphere kiwifruit volume in 2018-19
A proof-of-concept trial is also nearing completion in China, while production trials have begun in Oregon and California.
October 28 , 2018
T&G bounces back with second commercial Peruvian grape harvest
After severe flooding impacted crops last year, T&G Global is now back on track for its table grape export deal from northern Peru.
October 28 , 2018
HAB study finds demographics linked to higher avocado purchase trends
PRESS RELEASE Mission Viejo, CA – Avocado shoppers are a diverse group, spanning many cultural and economic backgrounds, and they don’t all display the same avocado purchase behaviors. For example, among total avocado-purchasing households, Hispanic households tend to be more involved in the avocado category, with an avocado household buying rate that is +45% higher than […]
October 26 , 2018
Mexico: Cold and wet weather could hit lime, berry production
Veracruz Mexico may see up to 5” of rain over a four-day period, which could delay lime harvests in the area.
October 26 , 2018
U.S.: NW cherry season lifted by high quality and quick start
In a season review, Northwest Cherry Growers noted that exports to China were half what they were last year, resulting in lost sales and downward price pressure across all markets.
October 26 , 2018
Chilean researcher creates liquid to prevent sliced avocados turning black
The product was also found to maintain blueberry quality during transportation, and a Chilean exporter is due to carry out a trial in November.
October 26 , 2018



