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U.S.: Limoneira buys strategic packing plant to aid growth

Limoneira has purchased a packing plant in Arizona to 'significantly increase capacity'.
July 01 , 2014

Australia: AHEA awarded Austrade grant

Australia's AHEA will have access to new funding to boost online communication and trade relationships in Asia.
July 01 , 2014

India: Himachal Pradesh simplifies apple rejuvenation project guidelines

Around 14% of Himachal Pradesh orchards will come under a scheme aimed at raising orchard productivity.
July 01 , 2014

Honduran workers' union reaches deal with Chiquita subsidiary

After 10 months of negotiations, Tela Railroad Co. workers have negotiated a 27% pay rise to go over three years.
July 01 , 2014

U.S.: Florida citrus merger a 'slam dunk' in changing business environment

Two major Florida citrus companies will merge packing operations to better cope with HLB consequences.
June 30 , 2014

European diplomats visit South African citrus operations

The CGA hopes a recent diplomatic visit will help dramatically reduce citrus black spot interceptions in Europe.
June 30 , 2014

U.S.: doubling Chiquita's rent 'not punitive', says Gulfport

Gulfport says charging Chiquita more rent over the lease extension period isn't retaliation for leaving.
June 30 , 2014

India raises minimum price for potato exports

After a decision to limit export prices on onions, India has now applied a similar measure to potatoes.
June 30 , 2014

A tale of two states for U.S. sweet cherry production

The biggest U.S. states for sweet cherry production have witnessed significant changes, in opposite directions.
June 27 , 2014

Young Entrepreneur: fresh export opportunities simmering for 'Jam boy'

A young developer of 100% fruit-only jam is set to receive honors from the Queen of England.
June 27 , 2014