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U.S.: Giumarra bullish for Carmen pear season

Giumarra Wenatchee has seen success so far in its second year selling Chilean-grown Carmen pears.
March 05 , 2015

Link discovered between guava smell and weevil pest

Colombian researchers believe a new method for controlling the guava weevil pest could be in store.
March 04 , 2015

NZ: Seeka profit hike a sign of Psa recovery

New Zealand's Seeka has managed to exceed expectations in a kiwifruit market where margins are tightening, and plans to increase post-harvest capacity and kiwiberry production.
March 02 , 2015

China: Red kiwifruit production region hopes for foothold in EU market

Part of a Chinese county has received the Protected Eco-Origin Product certification for red kiwifruit varieties.
March 02 , 2015

Russian market reopens for some Moldovan apple shippers

Russian authorities have approved several Moldovan firms for apple exports.
February 27 , 2015

U.S.: Overarching brand has "monumental" implications for produce industry

Tongue-in-cheek with celebrity backing, a new "superhero meets sports" brand for fruits and vegetables called FNV is poised to change the way the U.S. public interacts with produce.
February 26 , 2015

U.S.: Western Growers partners with Colorado association

Western Growers will collaborate with the Colorado Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association on areas of 'mutual interest', including federal policy issues and food safety.
February 25 , 2015

Australia: Cyclone Marcia hits "two years' income" for some growers

Some growers have been hit hard by Cyclone Marcia while timing has been very lucky for others.
February 24 , 2015

Q&A: Total Produce on the changing dynamics of European produce markets

The head of Europe's largest fresh produce distributor says a prolonged Russian import ban would lead to structural changes, but is upbeat about prospects for berries, organics and exotics in Mediterranean markets.
February 20 , 2015

Indian mango shippers encouraged to supply Japan via APEDA concession

New government support will make the Japanese market much more accessible for India's mango industry.
February 20 , 2015

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