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Maersk Line profits jump 27% in Q3 as costs fall

Lower costs and increased traffic saw Maersk Line's profits hit US$685 million this quarter.
November 12 , 2014

Early season grape harvest begins in South Africa

Berry development is running up to 14 days earlier year-on-year for grapes in the Berg River region of South Africa.
November 12 , 2014

Russia reopens market for Georgian dried fruit imports

Russian authorities have responded to appeals from the country's biggest importers of agricultural goods.
November 12 , 2014

Hailstorms continue to affect NZ kiwifruit orchards

A few New Zealand kiwifruit growers could be 'significantly affected' by adverse weather that worked its way north up to the Bay of Plenty region.
November 11 , 2014

Understanding consumer trends 'fundamental' for marketing strategies

At PMA Fruittrade Latin America, industry experts will talk about why just having a good product is not enough.
November 11 , 2014

South Korea approves Mexican lime imports

South Korea has finally opened the door to Persian limes from Mexico, with table grapes next in line for approval.
November 11 , 2014

McDonald's supplier gets USDA approval for GM potato

A genetically modified potato that produces fewer cancerous chemicals could soon hit the U.S. market.
November 11 , 2014

Egyptian citrus kick-off just around the corner

An Egyptian citrus industry leader has called for truck access to cross the Suez Canal to reduce export delays.
November 11 , 2014

South Africa: Dutoit branches out into early cherries for U.K. market

Gysbert du Toit talks about the evolution of an early cherry deal from South Africa in a tie-up with Californian varieties.
November 11 , 2014

Reefer equipment scarcity becoming an issue, says Maersk

Speaking prior to PMA Fruittrade Latin America, a Maersk representative says reefer demand is exceeding supply.
November 10 , 2014

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