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South African citrus set for early U.S. arrival

The Western Cape Citrus Producers Forum says U.S.-bound shipments could increase from last season's 45,000MT.
May 28 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 21, 2015

After a delayed harvest, the first shipments of Egyptian table grapes arrived in Europe in week 21.
May 27 , 2015

China: JD leads US$70M investment in Fruitday

A leading Chinese online direct sales company is the main investor in a deal with the country's largest fresh produce e-retailer.
May 27 , 2015

Russia suspects numerous fake documents on berry shipment

Russian authorities say problems were found on a shipment of summer fruit originating from Mexico and Morocco.
May 26 , 2015

France: Intermarche's ugly fruit campaign honored with awards

A French supermarket campaign highlighting the absurdity of throwing away misshapen fruit has received a pat on the back.
May 26 , 2015

Chile: ASOEX asks for govt intervention in ongoing customs strikes

ASOEX president Ronald Bown says the Port of Valparaiso is 'virtually paralyzed' and the country's reputation is on the line.
May 26 , 2015

Peru finalizes Hass avocado export protocols with China

Peru's Ministry of Agriculture believes the first Hass shipment will set sail to China in July.
May 26 , 2015

U.S.: West Coast port employer ratifies worker contract

The Pacific Maritime Association says the new contract that will last until July 2019 features an 'enhanced arbitration system'.
May 25 , 2015

U.S.: Ocean Mist and Lakeside form organic alliance

Two major U.S.-based vegetable grower-shippers have struck a deal to offer their customers wider organic product lines.
May 25 , 2015

Chile and China engage in fresh produce trade discussions

Pomegranates, nectarines and avocados were on the agenda during recent meetings between AQSIQ and SAG.
May 22 , 2015