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BelOrta signals start of red berry campaign

Belgian fruit cooperative BelOrta has launched this season’s red berry campaign with sales kicking off recently and supply expected to last until Christmas.
May 10 , 2016

South Africa: CGA hopes for Philippine citrus market access this year

If progress is made, South Africa will join the likes of China, Argentina, the U.S. and Australia in the market.
May 09 , 2016

USDA proposes market access for Argentine lemons

After a great deal of speculation, U.S. authorities have taken the first steps toward re-opening access for the world's leading lemon-exporting region.
May 06 , 2016

South Korea to accept imports of Australian blood oranges

Citrus Australia and Hort Innovation have praised the decision, which adds to arrangements for Navel and Valencia oranges.
May 04 , 2016

Fresh Del Monte profits almost doubled in Q1

Lower per unit costs and higher volumes created the perfect storm for Fresh Del Monte's banana and pineapple businesses in the first quarter.
May 04 , 2016

U.S.: Giumarra watermelons to be seasoned and in-season

Through its brand Nature's Partner the company will team up with Tajin Seasonings to promote watermelons grown in Sonora, Mexico.
May 04 , 2016

Plastic covers worth their weight in gold for Chilean kiwifruit

Based on the results of rigorous studies, consultant and grower Christian Abud says the technology is a matter of "life or death" for Chile's gold kiwifruit industry.
May 03 , 2016

Turkey: Alara expects "limited" cherry exports to China this year

While Turkey's leading cherry grower has a new market in China, the group sees strong demand in the EU and Russia.
April 27 , 2016

NZ govt teams up with Alibaba to boost Chinese trade

The deal means New Zealand has joined the likes of other Southern Hemisphere agricultural nations like Australia, Chile and Peru.
April 19 , 2016

U.S.: APHIS buys time on European pome fruit import decision

U.S. authorities are extending the comment period for a proposed rule to import European apple and pear imports.
April 18 , 2016

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