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Southern Hemisphere table grapes achieve new export record
In the 2021-22 table grape season, countries in the Southern Hemisphere achieved a new export record of 1.5 million tons, an increase of 0.3 million tons in a decade.
July 25 , 2022
UK to begin harvesting much bigger cherry crop than last year
The UK is primed for a strong cherry season, with over 6,000 tons of fruit expected to hit supermarket shelves this year, up approximately 40% from last year’s numbers.
July 25 , 2022
Truckers vow to keep Oakland port paralyzed as California Governor stands firm
Truckers have been protesting since Monday against a California labor law called AB5 which will make it harder for independent truckers to operate.
July 22 , 2022
Australian avocado growers concerned over developer's plantation project amid oversupply
Western Australian avocado growers have expressed concern at the prospect of an additional 200 hectares of avocado trees being planted in the wake of last season's oversupply.
July 22 , 2022
EU citrus production and exports to drop in 2021-22
Citrus production in the EU is expected to drop by five percent, with lemons and oranges experiencing more significant falls in production in 2021-22 than other citrus fruits.
July 22 , 2022
Trucker protests "shut down operations" at Port of Oakland
The protests over a controversial California labor law will "further exacerbate" the congestion of containers, the port said.
July 21 , 2022
Sharpening its category focus, TOMRA Food appoints new Sales Manager for Citrus
New Sales Manager for Citrus appointment in California reflects TOMRA's regional and global commitment to tailoring its solutions to food categories' specialized needs
July 21 , 2022
IFPA’s 8-point plan highlights importance of fresh fruit and vegetables in U.S. nutrition security
The International Fresh Produce Association submitted an 8-point plan of recommendations to illustrate how fresh fruits and vegetables must be an integral part of the U.S. nutrition security blueprint.
July 21 , 2022
Dominant U.S. dollar causes mixed feelings amongst Latin American exporters
The U.S. dollar has seen its value strengthen this year and as a result, Latin American currencies have been devalued, causing mixed feelings for exporters.
July 21 , 2022
Agronometrics in Charts: Peruvian blueberry exports projected to increase by up to 15%
In this installment of the ‘Agronometrics In Charts’ series, Sarah Ilyas studies the state of the Peruvian blueberry season.
July 21 , 2022
