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Mexican weather update: Heavy winds for Baja California, Sonora
Mexico is currently experiencing one cold front after the other in the country's north and northeast, but this week freezing temperatures are being seen in more states along with heavy winds on the southern and Gulf coasts.
January 08 , 2018
Westfalia Fruit partners with Agricom in Latin America
The transaction strengthens Westfalia's existing position in Latin America with new supply opportunities from Chile, Peru and Mexico.
January 08 , 2018
Colombian Hass avocado exports to the U.S. will continue, authorities claim
The first shipments last year were followed by reports of suspensions due to pest concerns, however ICA has announced exports will be underway this month.
January 08 , 2018
California: Ventura County counts the cost of Thomas Fire on crops
Avocados were the worst hit in terms of value while lemon crops suffered the most in terms of volume.
January 08 , 2018
Fairtrade America joins forces with environmental NGO
Through a partnership with '1% for the Planet', Fairtrade America-certified products will contribute to building climate friendly, sustainable supply chains.
January 08 , 2018
Chiquita may face jury over Colombian terrorist allegations
A Florida judge has denied a motion from the fruit company, meaning that in the absence of a settlement or other changes Chiquita could be the first U.S. corporation to go to trial under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA).
January 08 , 2018
No deal from Greenyard's tilt at Dole
"We pursued all efforts to realise a transaction with financial and strategic merit," said executive chairman Hein Deprez.
January 05 , 2018
Chile's 2017-18 cherry exports may exceed previous record by 10 million boxes
A gigantic uptick in volume this season hammers home the necessity of a US$5 million promotional campaign.
January 05 , 2018
Idexcam: Peruvian banana exports to grow by at least 10% in three years
The Lima Chamber of Commerce highlights only a small percentage of the country's total crop is exported, drawing attention to high production levels in the domestically-oriented Amazonian department of San Martín.
January 05 , 2018
Mexico: Cold temperatures may impact papayas, limes
U.S.-based fruit importers have provided initial indications for supply amidst a cold front that has hit eastern and northeastern Mexico.
January 05 , 2018
