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Chilean ag minister to push ahead temporary worker scheme

Chile's fruit industry has responded positively to government claims it will speed up a bill to bring flexibility to agricultural labor.
December 31 , 2012

First Chinese plum genome sequence shines light on fruit development

Better understanding of Prunus mume could help breeders improve future Rosaceae family fruits.
December 31 , 2012

U.S. East and Gulf Coast port strike averted

The ILA and the USMX have finally reached a truce to avoid disruptive strikes this weekend.
December 28 , 2012

Farmer complaints prompt audits for India's produce committees

India's Agricultural Produce Marketing Committees may be asleep on the job, farmers claim.
December 28 , 2012

General Mills to boot strawberries off of Fruit Roll-Ups label

General Mills will need a redesign for its Strawberry Fruit Roll-Ups labeling to clarify fruit content.
December 28 , 2012

Argentina: Patagonian pome fruit harvest kicks off

Argentina's INTA has released the season's pear and apple harvest calendar.
December 28 , 2012

Mexican strawberries shined on export market in 2012

Mexico increased strawberry output by over half in 2012 and made a splash with exports.
December 28 , 2012

2012 Year in Review - First Half

At Fresh Fruit Portal, we take a look at the issues and events that defined 2012 for the produce industry.
December 28 , 2012

U.S. ports give assurances over fruit & veg trade

U.S. port operators make their calls on what strikes would imply if the ILA and USMX can't reach an agreement.
December 27 , 2012

Chinese sand pears set for January premiere in U.S. market

After years of talks, the U.S. will open its doors to Chinese sand pears in the beginning of the new year.
December 27 , 2012

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