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Is a post-Brexit temporary customs union on the cards?

The U.K.'s Brexit secretary says the government will want to avoid a “cliff-edge” where Britain leaves the EU without a replacement trade deal in place.
August 16 , 2017

Chile: Atacama grape growers on alert after unusual snowfall, frosts

Overall the Copiapo Valley seems to have been less affected by the weather than Huasco.
August 16 , 2017

Zespri partners with Produce for Kids in "Power Your Lunchbox" pledge

The company's SunGold kiwifruit is featured in the charitable initiative's banana sushi roll recipe.
August 15 , 2017

USDA publishes import rule for Colombian avocados

After a long wait for Colombian exporters, the U.S.'s door will officially open from Sept 14.
August 15 , 2017

Antwerp port access blocked as ship runs aground

The ship became stuck on the banks of the river Scheldt which connects the second-largest port in Europe to the North Sea.
August 15 , 2017

Turkish company exports first cherries to Chinese market

A 'tough' protocol requiring at least 16 days in cold storage meant the fruit could only be sent at the end of the inaugural season.
August 15 , 2017

The Ogg Blogg: Golden berries prove more than cape-able in high cuisine

It’s a functional food with a sweet but tangy flavor, eye-catching color, rich aroma and versatility in the kitchen, but what should we actually call it?
August 15 , 2017

Record sale for NZ kiwifruit orchard

Vines on the green kiwifruit property are expected to be converted to the G3 variety immediately once ownership changes hands.
August 14 , 2017

Dual citizenship puts Australian Ag Minister's public office in doubt

Barnaby Joyce's case of New Zealand citizenship will be taken to the High Court to test whether he is in breach of the constitution.
August 14 , 2017

Chile eyes cherry production in northern regions

Researchers are hoping a breeding program will help the industry to bring the start of the season forward significantly.
August 14 , 2017