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Australia to carry out PRA for U.S. Northwest apple imports
Industry body Apple and Pear Australia Limited says it will engage a biosecurity expert to conduct an independent investigation of the risks.
October 16 , 2018
Europe: Summer heat leads to reduction in apple forecast
While countries like Germany and the Czech Republic have revised their initial numbers downward, the continent's biggest producer is now expecting more apples than previously anticipated.
October 16 , 2018
Kiwifruit disease Psa confirmed in Australia
Two weeks after Seeka reported symptoms of the cankerous disease, Agriculture Victoria has confirmed that Psa is now officially present in Australia.
October 15 , 2018
Naturipe announces new vice president and general manager of Value-Added Fresh
PRESS RELEASE Salinas, Calif. – Naturipe has announced the appointment of Steven Ware as Vice President and General Manager of Value-Added Fresh. In this role, Ware will be responsible for pursuing growth and business expansion opportunities, as well as leading the development and management of the value-added fresh division. “I am excited to join an […]
October 15 , 2018
Q&A: Suntreat takes sweet to a new level with Sumo Citrus, its pairing with vineyards
The Amsterdam Produce Summit exhibitor from California boasts a bevy of fruit varieties and as well as a unique partnership with Columbine Vineyards.
October 15 , 2018
U.S.: Larger California citrus crop expected but smaller Navel sizing
Harvesting is expected to get underway this week, with fruit set to be in the market for the run-up to Halloween.
October 15 , 2018
U.K.: Unique alliance to advertise vegetables in primetime on national TV
“It’s the ‘Super Bowl ad’ for veg, and they’re doing it for free!”
October 15 , 2018
China: Frutacloud urges Chilean cherry exporters to provide greater packaging options
As the Chilean industry increases its volumes and extends its season on both ends, one importer believes it will need to provide packaging sizes that will encourage Chinese consumers to purchase outside of the Chinese New Year festivities.
October 15 , 2018
India's Mahindra Agri in JV with Japan's Sumitomo
Mahindra and Sumitomo Corporation will hold 60% and 40% equity respectively in the new company named Mahindra Summit Agriscience Limited.
October 14 , 2018
Freightflow posits collaborative cloud technology as solution to industry inefficiencies
PRESS RELEASE RENO, Nev. – According to ABI Research, companies worldwide are likely to spend at least $12.8 billion this year on transportation management systems (TMS), and the firm predicts that number may increase to more than $25 billion by 2023, driven in large part by the necessity of reducing transportation costs and monitoring time. Freightflow software […]
October 12 , 2018
