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U.S.: White seedless table grapes could hit 'bargain prices'

Capespan North America says there will likely be a 'fast peak and abrupt end' for Thompsons.
February 27 , 2015

Seoul searching pays off for Aussie cherry industry

Stemming from a recent FTA, Australia's cherry exports to South Korea have experienced exponential growth.
February 27 , 2015

Fairtrade 'absorbing' farms, changing livelihoods

With GDP per capita that is five times lower than the EU, is China ready for fairtrade produce? Fairtrasa's Patrick Struebi thinks yes.
February 27 , 2015

U.S.: Chiquita forced to stay longer at Gulfport

Port congestion in New Orleans has delayed the completion of a logistics move for Chiquita Brands International.
February 26 , 2015

U.S. pistachio industry celebrates new dietary recommendations

Pistachio growers all around the globe have cause for celebration on World Pistachio Day.
February 26 , 2015

Ireland dragging heels on fairtrade bananas, new report claims

While Irish retailers have been slow on the uptake of fairtrade bananas, two stores recently committed to stock 100% fairtrade pears.
February 26 , 2015

Australia: Frozen berries were source of growth for Patties Foods in 2014

The company that recalled its berry products due to a recent health scare recorded strong results for its fruit brand last year.
February 25 , 2015

EU School Fruit Scheme under threat

Freshfel has urged the European Commission not to put 'better regulation' ahead of children's health.
February 25 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 8, 2015

Large Red Globe volumes from South Africa pushed prices down in Europe in week 8.
February 25 , 2015

Aussie grower expects "balanced" citrus crop for 2015

"I’d prefer an average volume crop of good size to a massive crop of small fruit," says Seven Fields' Brett Jackson.
February 25 , 2015