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ProEcuador sees new ground in Russia for broccoli and tropical fruit

Ecuador's broccoli growers hope to replicate their Japanese success in Russia now that key competitors are gone.
August 18 , 2014

U.S.: another record year for Pink Lady apples

Washington State Pink Lady volume is not just up by 14% this year, but movement has been strong week-on-week.
August 15 , 2014

Peruvian pomegranate exports to more than double in 2014

Peru's pomegranate industry sees rapid growth in production and exports, but the increase is impacting on prices.
August 15 , 2014

Greek stonefruit farmers need new markets as soon as possible

The clock is ticking for 9,000MT of Greek stonefruit in cold storage with nowhere to go after the Russian embargo.
August 15 , 2014

Mexican agricultural institute warns of avocado industry's eco impacts

The INIFAP in Mexico has raised concerns the avocado sector is causing rapid deforestation in one state.
August 15 , 2014

U.S. pistachio exporter unfazed about redirecting Russia-bound shipment

A U.S. pistachio grower says the Russian ban 'won't hurt us', despite redirecting a shipment already on the water.
August 14 , 2014

French growers unite in blocking Spanish trucks over dumping accusations

Around 200 French produce growers blocked highways yesterday in protest of Spain's 'economic dumping'.
August 14 , 2014

Polish govt launches food bank drive for excess produce

Instead of Russian consumers, Poland's poorest families will benefit from the EU country's oversupply of produce.
August 14 , 2014

Serbian apple exporter plays down Russia opportunities

A large Serbian apple shipper says it is working 'as normal' and Russian price increases will be minimal.
August 14 , 2014

State of the Market - Week 32, 2014

Chilean apple exports to the Far East saw a substantial year-on-year increase in week 32.
August 13 , 2014