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Import surge puts Mercosur on equal footing with U.S. for European fruit
The European Union (EU) has substantially raised its fruit export profile in Brazil despite the effects of the country's ongoing economic and political crisis.
July 27 , 2017
South African macadamia nut processor to greatly expand capacity
A phenonemal increase in production is expected from South Africa in the near future, along with a decrease in demand for in-shell nuts from China.
July 26 , 2017
India: Armed guards deployed to protect tomato shipments amid price hike
Traders in a wholesale market requested security after prices for the staple ingredient skyrocketed in just a few weeks.
July 26 , 2017
Peruvian blueberry industry expects to double volume again in 2017-18
The Chinese market opening in late 2016 could not have been more timely, with a huge surge in Peruvian blueberry volume expected this year.
July 26 , 2017
The Ogg Blogg: A visit to Bogotá's Paloquemao Market
Fresh Fruit Portal editor Matt Ogg walks you through the Colombian capital's Paloquemao Market, where giant guanabanas (soursops) reign supreme alongside a colorful range of produce.
July 26 , 2017
Israeli pomegranate ripening delayed by heatwave
“It’s only a very slight delay and we do not anticipate any problems," clarifies Galilee Export produce manager Yoav Nakash.
July 26 , 2017
Dole farm in Chile obtains Rainforest Alliance certification
A supplier to the largest exporter of Chilean fruit has had 100 hectares of vineyards successfully audited to the Sustainable Agriculture Network Standard.
July 25 , 2017
Two-thirds of Italian farmland affected by prolonged drought
At least 10 Italian regions are reportedly preparing requests to the agriculture ministry for a state of natural calamity to be declared.
July 25 , 2017
Spain: Wildfire in berry-growing region causes €5M in losses
Productivity is expected to be affected for farms over the coming years, especially for blueberries.
July 25 , 2017
Chile: Red seedless table grape category regains export top spot
In a 2016-17 season recap, ASOEX noted exports declined significantly to the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong but rose to North America.
July 25 , 2017
