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U.S.: Florida grower sees substantial growth in green-skinned avocado sales
A Florida producer says green-skinned avocados' 'good flavor profile' is one reason for growing demand.
August 26 , 2014
Chile: ODEPA urges strawberry growers to seize international opportunities
A recent Chilean report provides an in-depth look at trends in global strawberry consumption.
August 26 , 2014
Chilean walnut, almond and prune exporters look to Russia
Apart from the import embargo, currency issues will also determine how Chilean dried fruit fares in Russia.
August 25 , 2014
USDA researcher reveals encouraging results of phosphine fumigation tests
Research shows worker safety and food quality could be improved by using phosphine instead of methyl bromide on crops.
August 25 , 2014
U.S.: Californian kiwifruit industry forecasts good fruit quality
It seems like California kiwifruit growers have escaped the worst of the drought, with normal production expected.
August 25 , 2014
U.S.: Port of Savannah to receive new fruit imports next month
A port in the U.S. state of Georgia will soon allow entry for cold-treated citrus from Peru.
August 22 , 2014
Tozer Seeds reveals U.S. 'Kalette' growers and marketers
Tozer Seeds believes its brussel sprouts-kale hybrid will 'take off quickly' as six U.S. growers are announced.
August 22 , 2014
Peruvian avocado industry accuses Chile of unfair treatment
A Peruvian industry representative has asked 'why aren't Californian avocados tested for sunblotch in Chile too?'
August 22 , 2014
Opinion: balancing technology and process to maintain your cold chain
C.H. Robinson's Bob Biesterfeld looks at the science of keeping cold chains in check in the modern world.
August 21 , 2014
Chilean scientists find new way to control fruit decomposition
A Chilean team may have come up with something of an elixir of shelf life.
August 21 , 2014
