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State of the Market - Week 21, 2016
Lemon prices fell in China and Japan in week 21, but in the U.S. supply couldn't keep up with demand.
June 02 , 2016
Oxfam report takes aim at Ecuadorian, Costa Rican tropical fruit industries
The report "Sweet Fruit, Bitter Truth" has sparked conflict between Oxfam's German arm and the Rainforest Alliance.
June 02 , 2016
U.S.: Early start expected for Oregon blueberries, says Curry & Co
Harvesting will start on June 6 with the season set to run through to September.
June 01 , 2016
Australia: Oakville Produce troubles put potato growers in tough spot
First it was dairy, now producers of another vital foodstuff in Australia see their livelihoods under threat.
June 01 , 2016
Polish blueberry growers eye Asian markets as harvests loom
Polish blueberries have had to overcome late frosts and sub-zero temperatures of May, but Polskie Jagody is optimistic for the season ahead.
June 01 , 2016
U.S.: Season nears for Chelan's Orondo Ruby cherries
"It tastes like you're eating a Bing cherry and a Rainier cherry at the same time," says Mac Riggan.
June 01 , 2016
Argentina: Lemons no longer dominate San Miguel's citrus offering
"San Miguel, one of the leading lemon companies, is now also taking on an important role in sweet citrus," says Alejandro Morajelo.
June 01 , 2016
Russia: Medvedev announces food import ban extension until late 2017
The existing ban has already led to the destruction of 5,274MT worth of plant products since August last year.
May 31 , 2016
Spain: Robust grapefruit, lemon campaign despite crop reductions
Spain has taken an advantageous position in Europe thanks to lower crops from competing countries.
May 31 , 2016
Chilean fruit leader looks to NZ, Australia for ag labor inspiration
Fedefruta's president wants Chile to emulate the seasonal worker legislations of two competing countries on the other side of the Pacific Ocean.
May 31 , 2016
