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State of the Market - Week 10, 2017
Seedless grape sales were improving in the U.S. in week 10, with the demand concentrated on Thompson and Crimson.
March 15 , 2017
New retail produce price app a 'game-changer' for global industry, says developer
Retail Spotters was launched at Fruit Logistica last month and provides produce information from retailers in more than 90 cities.
March 15 , 2017
Mexico must look to Russia, EU amid U.S. trade uncertainty, says ag secretary
José Calzada Rovirosa believes Mexico is in a position of strength and must work to reduce reliance on its northern neighbor for agri-food exports.
March 15 , 2017
U.S.: Weekly Mexican mango imports more than double 2016 levels
Total mango volume shipped to the U.S. on the week ending March 3 was around 1.44 million boxes, putting it 120% higher year-on-year.
March 14 , 2017
U.S. joins pioneering plant genetic resources treaty
The FAO's international treaty works to strengthen global food security by promoting the conservation and sharing of agricultural plant genetic resources.
March 14 , 2017
Exports up, returns down for 2016-17 Chilean cherry season
Average per-kilo returns for Chilean cherry exporters were 38% lower than last season.
March 14 , 2017
Kiwifruit harvest kicks off across New Zealand
The head of NZKGI says while the harvest was delayed by wet weather in many areas, most of the growers can 'roll up their sleeves and get picking and packing.'
March 13 , 2017
U.S.: Sun Pacific's Bob DiPiazza to transition to advisory role
The industry veteran worked as managing consultant and then president of sales and marketing for the California-based company.
March 13 , 2017
NZ: Kiwifruit industry veteran honored for pioneering work
The kiwifruit industry's Fresh Carriers Hayward Medal has been awarded to Dr David Steven, recognizing his work on orchard chemical spraying.
March 13 , 2017
Photo Gallery: Allesbeste's avocado trellising trials
Those with a keen eye and knowledge of avocado production will be able to make their own interpretations of these photos from South Africa.
March 13 , 2017
