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Italy: Asia-bound kiwifruit exports skyrocket for Apofruit

A new gold-fleshed kiwifruit variety has propped up exports for an Italian shipper this year.
March 21 , 2014

Opinion: U.S. lime prices soar on Mexican supply issues

Agronometrics CEO Colin Fain looks at the "astounding" price hike seen for Mexican limes this year.
March 19 , 2014

Challenging season ahead for South African pome fruit exporters

South African apple growers are dealing with the effects of hail and a European crop overhang.
February 27 , 2014

Indian mango exporter eyes European, North American markets

New direct trade routes out of India could help Delicious Mangoes expand its focus on Europe.
February 13 , 2014

Opinion: the battle for banana livelihoods

Banana Link's Alistair Smith analyzes the pressures that are putting many growers out of business.
February 07 , 2014

Dole plans new South African grape farm acquisition

A Dole Europe subsidiary has entered an agreement to buy an early season grape farm in the Orange River region.
February 04 , 2014

Israeli partnership bears fruit for Indian growers

A collaborative centers of excellence program with Israel continues to gain traction in the Indian countryside.
December 31 , 2013

Dominican Republic hits banana export record

Phytosanitary programs have been attributed to aiding record banana exports for the Dominican Republic.
December 31 , 2013

Ecuador expects higher volume for mango exports

Weather has been favorable so far for Ecuadorian mangoes and volume should remain up.
October 17 , 2013

Del Monte Pacific to buy U.S. canned fruit and vegetable business

Del Monte Pacific has entered into a deal to buy Del Monte Foods' consumer food business for US$1.675 billion.
October 14 , 2013