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U.S. clears French pome fruit imports

After a 10-year hiatus due to a leaf borer detection, France is again shipping apples to the U.S.
February 09 , 2015

Colombia: Avocado industry steps up efforts for U.S. market access this year

Colombia's Agriculture Minster says gaining U.S. avocado access would be like 'winning the lottery'.
February 09 , 2015

U.K.: Tesco investigated by new regulator

The U.K. Groceries Code Adjudicator has 'reasonable suspicion' Tesco breached its code of practice.
February 06 , 2015

Fruit flies shown to 'indirectly' smell antioxidants

Research has shown that antioxidants attract fruit flies and cause the females to lay eggs.
February 06 , 2015

U.S.: Giumarra announces first year for DulceVida stonefruit

Giumarra has described its 'extra-sweet' apricots and nectarines as an 'international solution'.
February 06 , 2015

China: Mexican Embassy holds reception to celebrate first berries' arrival

An Aneberries representative says Mexican berries' sweetness will fare well for them in China.
February 06 , 2015

Australia: Growers make 'significant' savings with Avolution business model

An Australian grower-owned avocado marketer says it has driven costs down 'in an overall sense'.
February 05 , 2015

U.K.: Waitrose announces exclusive partnership with Primafruit

Waitrose hopes to build stronger links with growers through a deal with fruit supplier Primafruit.
February 05 , 2015

EU to fund development of first bell pepper harvesting robot

A bell pepper robot harvester could soon stir up the European greenhouse sector.
February 05 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 5, 2015

Chilean avocado exports to the U.S. were 66% lower year-on-year during week 5.
February 04 , 2015