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U.S.: California citrus industry gives mixed views on storm

While California Citrus Mutual has said the current storms in the state are a 'plus all the way round', others say it will delay harvesting at a peak time.
December 12 , 2014

Watermelon sourced from the Canary Islands boosts supply for Hillfresh

The first batches of Canary Islands watermelons have arrived in the Netherlands in a new Ramafrut-Hillfresh deal.
December 12 , 2014

China intercepts fungus in Chilean blueberry shipment

Chilean blueberry exporters will need to be on the lookout for stem canker in their packing lines.
December 12 , 2014

Texas citrus mite encroaches further in Spanish fields

AVA-ASAJA has raised alarm about the "disturbing" spread of Texas Citrus Mite in Spanish orchards.
December 12 , 2014

Competitors unconcerned by Chinese access for South African apples

Chilean and New Zealand apple exporters say varietal selection is key in the demanding Chinese market.
December 12 , 2014

Locus Traxx appoints operational heads in Italy, Spain

As part of its growth strategy, produce technology group Locus Traxx will forge a more direct presence in two key EU countries.
December 12 , 2014

Advertorial: Subsole creates 'Taste Index' to incentivize its growers

Exporter Subsole says it can achieve a higher kiwifruit quality using a new system that rewards its producers.
December 11 , 2014

Chilean table grape export volume to rise 16%, says Decofrut

A Chilean fruit industry consultant has released a slightly more optimistic grape export forecast.
December 11 , 2014

Mexico starts anti-dumping investigation into U.S. apple imports

Growers in the Mexican state of Chihuahua have filed a complaint alleging unfair trade practices from U.S. apple exporters.
December 11 , 2014

South African apple shipper targets China for next season

A South African exporter hopes pears will also soon be approved by Chinese authorities.
December 11 , 2014

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