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U.S.: Case count rises in Cyclospora outbreak linked to Del Monte vegetable trays
The CDC says that so far 212 people have been sickened, up from 185 in its update the previous week.
July 09 , 2018
U.S.: BrightFarms eyes continued expansion following US$55M investment
BrightFarms currently has four greenhouses in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Illinois and Ohio and has a fifth scheduled to open in Texas in early 2019.
July 09 , 2018
Italy: Origine Group acquires Compagnia Italiana della Frutta
The Origine Group now has a portfolio of several major brands, including Sweeki, PeraItalia, Made in Blu and Fruitaly.
July 09 , 2018
"Extreme situation" as EU avocado prices plummet
One importer estimates total imported volumes have been 40-70% higher than last year.
July 09 , 2018
U.S.: Pacific Organic Produce announces Peruvian organic citrus now available
The fruit is supplied by the first certified organic citrus shipper to export to the U.S.
July 06 , 2018
U.S. has launched "biggest trade war in economic history", says China
The 25% duties, which went into effect at 12:01 am EST, prompted quick retaliation by Beijing.
July 06 , 2018
State of the Market - Week 26, 2018
U.S. lemon demand exceeded supply in week 26, with the California season at its end and Southern Hemisphere volumes still light.
July 06 , 2018
U.S. East Coast Navel movement "moderate" despite light volumes
Mark Greenberg also said that the U.S. easy peeler market remains "virtually unfazed" by the rising Southern Hemisphere supplies.
July 06 , 2018
U.S.: Wish Farms expands Michigan blueberry program
The Michigan blueberry season kicked off this July, with the company's volumes expected to reach two million pounds.
July 05 , 2018
Tozer Seeds expands in Pacific region with new Australian business
The British company's third subsidiary will cover Australia, New Zealand, South East Asia, China and Japan.
July 05 , 2018
