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State of the Market - Week 7, 2015

A low blueberry supply and stable demand allowed for price rises in the U.S. in week 7.
February 18 , 2015

U.K.: Vegetable sector labor supplier's license revoked by authorities

A U.K. government body has prosecuted the head of a company that supplied vegetable harvesting workers.
February 18 , 2015

U.S.: Del Monte shares fall despite strong result

Tomatoes and melons showed the biggest percentage sales increases at Fresh Del Monte in the fourth quarter.
February 18 , 2015

Indian mangoes officially back on the menu for EU consumers

One EU importer believes Indian mango sales may initially be affected by a damaged reputation.
February 17 , 2015

China: New e-commerce platform to shake up imported fruit business

A unique government-backed e-commerce platform is expected to usher in an era of cheap imported fruit.
February 17 , 2015

European kiwifruit campaign to finish on a high

Despite the Russian ban, Greece has relatively low kiwifruit stocks remaining.
February 17 , 2015

South Africa: Limpopo citrus producer eyes first trial U.S. shipment this year

A group in South Africa's Loskop Valley hopes to send a trial of 'top quality' citrus to the U.S. this season.
February 17 , 2015

NZ: NZKGI member urges govt to reject industry proposals

Robert Thode alleges there is a conflict of interest in the Kiwifruit Industry Strategy Project.
February 16 , 2015

U.S.: California Avocado Commission releases crop update

California's avocado grower body has forecast volumes 10% higher year-on-year.
February 16 , 2015

Chilean fruit export industry fears for cargo following U.S. port suspensions

ASOEX has said US$45 million worth of fruit is at risk of deteriorating due to U.S. port delays.
February 16 , 2015