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Chilean walnut exporters search new markets as prices soar
Chilean walnut producers are eyeing up new markets off the back of an excellent growth in export prices.
June 05 , 2012
Australian fruit industry to 'flourish' over next five years, report claims
Market researcher IBISWorld expects Australia's fruit industry to grow by 4.4% annually until 2016-17.
June 04 , 2012
More Chilean apples going to domestic market in 2012
Chile's apple industry has been very cautious this year, holding back volumes from foreign markets.
June 04 , 2012
U.S.: MIT scientists building mobile fruit ripening sensor
U.S. researchers have created a new sensor that detects ethylene levels in fresh produce.
May 30 , 2012
Mexico's avocado heartland gains USDA export green light
The majority of avocado plantations in the Mexican state of Michoacán have received U.S. approval for export.
May 29 , 2012
Blueberries speed up muscle recovery, NZ researchers find
Ahead of the Olympics in London, NZ scientists have found a link between blueberries and muscle recovery.
May 29 , 2012
NZ govt claims fruit fly prevention success
New Zealand has been confirmed as fruit fly free while routine surveillance will continue.
May 28 , 2012
South African exporters bullish about benefits of weak rand
South Africa's weak rand is giving exporters a good run for their money but may cause long-term cost problems.
May 28 , 2012
Chilean kiwifruit industry proposes national Psa prevention strategy
The Chilean Kiwifruit Commmitee has urged advancement with a national strategy to stop vine disease Psa.
May 21 , 2012
SA grapefruit growers opting for juicing over exports
South Africa's small grapefruit sizes are causing export headaches this season.
May 21 , 2012
