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Vietnam considers Australian fruit import suspension

After dealing with years of headaches forming a new protocol to regain Thai market access, the Australian horticultural industry may face new non-tariff challenges in another South East Asian market.
November 04 , 2014

China agrees to allow some Washington apple imports

Washington Red and Golden Delicious apples can soon be shipped to China after a two-year hiatus.
October 30 , 2014

Four in one fruit fly discovery could ease international trade restrictions

It turns out four different fruit flies are part of the same species, and the finding has big implications.
October 30 , 2014

Home ownership possibility key for productivity, says leading tomato grower

NatureSweet's Michael Joergensen speaks candidly about why his company's employment policy differs from the norm, and how that translates to better tomato flavor.
October 30 , 2014

Major Chinese apple province on verge of gaining U.S. market access

After 16 years' hard work, a major Chinese apple producing province could soon start shipping to the U.S.
October 30 , 2014

Capespan embarks on 'exciting new ventures' in Turkey

Capespan says the new activity in Turkey is part of 'a quest to partner with the best people and companies'.
October 29 , 2014

Produce companies need the 'do good' playbook, says Naumes

Bolthouse Farms' Pamela Naumes talks about The Food Porn Index, the ethical leanings of millenial consumers, and forgetting distinctions between online and offline marketing.
October 28 , 2014

Brazilian drought causes lime prices to double

With some Brazilian water reservoirs at 5% capacity, lime prices have shot up to US$2.79 per kilogram.
October 28 , 2014

Chiquita announces Brazilian takeover

After months of back and forth, Chiquita has agreed to a US$14.50 per share takeover by Cutrale-Safra.
October 27 , 2014

U.K. supermarket launches 'affordable' organic range

A discount retailer in Britain is hoping to attract a new middle class clientele with a line of fresh organic produce.
October 24 , 2014

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