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State of the Market - Week 21, 2014

The first placements of U.S. plums in Guangzhou for the season were reported in week 21.
May 28 , 2014

The future's bright for Mexican mangoes

Excellent mango quality in Mexico means growers are positive this season, despite some market issues.
May 28 , 2014

U.S. apple group pushes to establish new varieties in India

The Washington Apple Commission has revealed its long-term plan to boost sales in India.
May 28 , 2014

Peru plans for strong presence at London Produce Show

With exports due to rise 15% this year, Peru's produce industry will be making its mark at the London Produce Show.
May 28 , 2014

Dole relinquishes shares in French fruit company

Dole Food Company has sold its minority interest in the holding company of Compagnie Fruitière Group.
May 27 , 2014

Most South African lemon exporters veer clear of Europe

South Africa has sent steady easy peeler volumes to Europe, but CBS concerns have led many lemon growers to avoid the market.
May 27 , 2014

U.S.: circumstances conspire against Florida's blueberry growers

Bad weather and strong competition led to double trouble for Florida blueberry growers this year.
May 27 , 2014

Plums suffer greatest losses in Chilean 2013-14 stonefruit deal

Plums continued to be Chile's leading stonefruit export crop in 2013-14, but with a 66% fall in volume.
May 27 , 2014

Mexico: Driscoll's talks pests and pesticides

Representatives from Driscoll's say they are doing all they can to reduce the use of chemicals in Mexico.
May 27 , 2014

U.S.: Mandel shares produce industry vision

Some players in the produce industry have "chosen not to innovate", but the FPAA's new chairman is still optimistic for the sector’s prospects.
May 26 , 2014