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Grapes found to protect against UV skin damage

A recent study conducted at the University of Alabama, Birmingham showed that grape consumption could provide protection against UV rays
February 08 , 2021

Spain: Second half of citrus season yields better prices

According to AVA-ASAJA, Spain's citrus is looking at better pricing for the second have of the season due to higher demand and smaller supply.
February 08 , 2021

Mexican mango season off to strong start

The season for Mexican mangos has a strong outlook with higher volumes than previous years and no predicted operational issues
February 08 , 2021

Brazil eyes opportunities to strengthen fresh-fruit ties with UK post-Brexit

In light of Brexit, the Covid-19 pandemic, shifting consumer demand and the diversification of Brazil’s offer, coupled with production innovation, PBUK explores what the future holds for UK buyers.
February 08 , 2021

New Zealand kiwiberry ‘a healthy choice’

Press Release The high summer temperatures and long hours of sunshine in the Bay of Plenty region (where the largest hectares of kiwi berry are grown) has meant that the industry is predicting a good crop for the 2021 season. As growers we endeavor to produce the highest quality fruit possible, it looks like 2021 […]
February 05 , 2021

Namibia: Strong table grape season wrapping up with high volumes

Despite a late start, the Namibian table grape season ended with higher- than-estimated volumes and expect high revenue from exports.
February 05 , 2021

Australian exporters face delays due to container shortages

Businesses have already started to plan shipping stems despite picking still being several months away amid container shortages.
February 05 , 2021

Papyrus Australia succeeding with banana waste technology

Papyrus Australia has seen profits and market share values rise as the company succeeds in developing technology in order to process banana waste.
February 05 , 2021

West Coast container vessel port congestion continues, spreads

Container congestion at the LA-LB port continues and could potentially spread to the Oakland port as ships try to avoid the backups.
February 05 , 2021

Grimmway welcomes Keri Morrelli as Product Innovation, Development Director

Press Release Grimmway Farms is pleased to welcome Keri Morrelli as Product Innovation and Development Director. Joining the Sales and Marketing Team, Morrelli will oversee product development from ideation to launch for all divisions at Grimmway, the largest carrot producer in the world and the largest organic vegetable producer in the USA. In addition to […]
February 05 , 2021