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Chile set for improved 2014-15 blueberry campaign
After a troublesome 2013-14 deal, the world's leading blueberry exporter is looking much stronger this year.
October 14 , 2014
Major Australian banana plantation to be wiped out in disease eradication plan
The Australian government is due to continue with its US$23 million Banana Freckle eradication project.
October 13 , 2014
Argentina will be 'substantial' processed blueberry player, says Comfrut
As Chile's frozen blueberry industry continues to grow, falling international prices could see its next-door neighbor focus far more attention on the sector in the 'medium-term'.
October 13 , 2014
British growers gear up for blackberry boom
Sales have doubled for the British blackberry sector, which is in revival with sweeter varieties.
October 13 , 2014
China: mediocre fruit market expected post-Golden Week
Travel and e-commerce put a dint in the Zhejiang Wenhui wholesale fruit market for a key national holiday.
October 13 , 2014
Chinese cherry investment a "breath of fresh air" for Aussie growers
Greater investment from abroad could shift Australian cherry growers away from their domestic market focus.
October 13 , 2014
CSO expects slight rise for Italian kiwifruit production in 2014
CSO's Elisa Macchi says the Italian kiwifruit industry cannot afford to rest on its laurels.
October 10 , 2014
U.K.: Romanian fruit picker ruling in question
An anti-slavery enforcement authority has slammed a decision to give a small fine given to an orchard manager in Northern Ireland.
October 10 , 2014
Uruguay's blueberry volumes to shoot up in 2014
With a Chinese market opening on the cards, good weather has fared very well for Uruguay's blueberry producers.
October 10 , 2014
Costa Rican govt to compensate banana spraying victims
Almost 12,000 former banana workers and relatives affected by the chemical DBCP are in line to receive compensation from the Costa Rican government.
October 10 , 2014
