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Colombia: Asoppitaya to expand crop offering

After making its name in dragonfruit, Colombia's Asoppitaya plans to move into organic crops and other tropical fruits.
February 23 , 2015

NZ kiwifruit season to be 'about 25% bigger', says EastPack

EastPack's CEO says he's 'pretty optimistic' about the season amid strong industry recovery from Psa.
February 23 , 2015

NZ: Late harvest 'not much of a disadvantage this year', says Mr Apple

A major New Zealand apple exporter says a colder February has led to 'exceptional' fruit color.
February 23 , 2015

Solar-powered produce dehydrator developed in Chile

The creator of a dehydrator that uses renewable energy says it protects produce quality.
February 20 , 2015

Argentina: Rio Negro report paints bleak economic picture for fruit growers

Pome fruit growers in Rio Negro will suffer from falling market prices and rising costs this season.
February 20 , 2015

'Biological and macroeconomic factors' to complicate Argentine lemon season

Argentina's lemon volumes are recovering from last season, but are still 15-20% off 'normal' levels.
February 20 , 2015

Moroccan citrus exports boosted to North America

Morocco has so far this season shipped 5% more citrus to North America than the EU.
February 20 , 2015

The Hass Horn: U.S. avocado supply outlook, 2015 and beyond

An experienced avocado industry veteran reveals his forecasts for the market's future and supply sources.
February 19 , 2015

Uber teams up with Xianfeng for Chinese fruit discount service

While Uber has been banned in many countries, the app is growing rapidly in China where it is also involved with fresh produce in one city.
February 19 , 2015

Imported fruit losing exotic appeal in China, says trader

China's efforts to halt corruption have affected gift giving, and therefore the sales of imported Australian premium fruits.
February 19 , 2015