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U.S. proposes market access for Ecuadorian avocados
Although Ecuador is wedged in between avocado industry powerhouse Peru and up-and-comer Colombia, the country's Hass avocado sector is still relatively young.
June 14 , 2018
Chilean walnut industry takes collateral damage from U.S.-India trade spat
India may have implemented a higher tariff rate in retaliation for increased U.S. duties on steel and aluminum, but Chilean shippers will also pay the price.
June 14 , 2018
Italian summer fruit season challenged by ongoing weather problems
Some stonefruit categories are expected to be down by 20-40% this year, but the table grape crop looks set to come in slightly larger than the previous season.
June 14 , 2018
U.K. MPs to grill Asda, Sainsbury's CEOs over proposed merger
“My committee is holding this session to investigate how the biggest potential shake-up of the grocery market in recent years could affect British farmers and suppliers, as well as consumers.”
June 14 , 2018
U.S.: Northwest pear production recovers
The Pear Bureau Northwest (PBNW) says the increase follows an "unusually small crop" last year, and will be equal to the five-year average.
June 13 , 2018
Ukraine in line for Chinese cherry market access after Uzbekistan gets green light
Chinese officials are in Ukraine this week conducting a pest risk assessment, with negotiations between the countries now in their third year.
June 13 , 2018
Photo gallery: London Produce Show and Conference 2018
Hosted by the Fresh Produce Consortium and Produce Business magazine, the three-day event included educational panel discussions, a trade fair and industry tours, bringing together a range of people from across the entire fruit and vegetable sector in an intimate environment.
June 13 , 2018
Australia: Citrus canker outbreak spreads
Last week infected trees were reportedly found in Katherine in the Northern Territory and in Kununurra in Western Australia.
June 12 , 2018
Stronger lemon sales boost Limoneira's revenue in Q2
The period saw a huge increase in lemon sales, a slight rise in orange sales, and a drop in avocado revenue.
June 12 , 2018
U.S. bans imports of Peruvian pomegranate arils
The move follows two detections of Medfly larvae in consignments at Los Angeles International Airport in May.
June 12 , 2018
