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Argentina exports first sweet citrus to China in eight years
Argentina had exported oranges to China until 2010 but then stopped amid numerous difficulties.
August 30 , 2018
U.K.: Tesco uses recycled plastic to make car park
The chain also last year became the first British supermarket to stop selling 5p (US$0.07) single-use plastic bags - a levy introduced by the government in 2015.
August 30 , 2018
State of the Market - Week 34, 2018
Some Chinese importers were moving avocado volumes from Shanghai to Guangzhou in week 34 due to oversupply issues.
August 30 , 2018
Cocaine found hidden in pineapples in U.S., Spain
More than 100 kilograms of the drug have been found in pineapples originating in Costa Rica.
August 29 , 2018
Wada Farms announces pivotal exclusive partnership with Genesis Organics
PRESS RELEASE (Idaho Falls, Idaho) - Wada Farms Marketing Group has strategically partnered with premier organic packer Genesis Organics located in Southern Idaho. This new exclusive partnership provides new avenues for growth in the organic potato category with most notable being a longer supply availability to service all retail and foodservice industries on a year-round […]
August 29 , 2018
The National Mango Board receives 2018 Produce Business’ Marketing Excellence Award
PRESS RELEASE Orlando, Fla – The National Mango Board’s (NMB) “Go Mango! The Super Fun Superfruit” marketing initiative was honored with the Produce Business’ Marketing Excellence Award. This marks the 10th year in a row the NMB’s marketing achievements are recognized by Produce Business, which honors innovative produce companies who are revolutionizing the way the […]
August 29 , 2018
Mexico could ship one million tons of avocados to U.S. this season
Another exporter noted that there is concern in the Mexican avocado industry about frequent price fluctuations in the U.S. market.
August 29 , 2018
Argentine President visits blueberry farm amid preparations for first China exports
The challenge of high tariffs for Argentine blueberries going into China was raised with Mauricio Macri during his visit.
August 29 , 2018
Wish Farms closes on property for new headquarters
PRESS RELEASE Plant City, FL –Family-owned, international berry supplier Wish Farms, is proud to announce that it will be breaking ground on its new, state-of-the-art headquarters. The Plant City property is a prime location next to Interstate 4 situated on Frontage Road, west of Park Road. “Visibility was a major factor in the selection of […]
August 28 , 2018
BerryWorld forecasts 30% rise in South African blueberry volumes
The company's first Mountain Blue Orchards varietal offer will arrive in the UK and Europe in August.
August 28 , 2018
