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Chile: cherry prices go sky high in record year for growers

Chilean cherries prices shot up this year but not all growers received the full benefit of the increase.
July 29 , 2014

First Aussie seafreight apples to China 'couldn't have gone better'

An Australian apple grower looks to 'broaden' China-bound exports after the first sea shipment was 'a big success'.
July 29 , 2014

U.S. grower cites new 'phenomenon' for pomegranate production

Large Californian pomegranates will be tight this year in a 'uniquely' early season for the industry.
July 28 , 2014

Fruit company hopes to 'create Malta's Chiquita'

A Maltese fruit importer hopes to change the country's market dynamics with a banana brand people trust.
July 28 , 2014

Peruvian state health insurer touts physalis benefits

Peru's EsSalud has recommended regular consumption of Cape gooseberries, also known as physalis and uchuva.
July 28 , 2014

Opinion: fast-growing Indian horticulture adds value, alleviates poverty

An Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) expert looks at the important role of horticulture in development.
July 25 , 2014

Brazilian papaya production excess to wear off in H2

A recent CEPEA report looks at the Brazilian papaya season to date and what can be expected for the rest of 2014.
July 25 , 2014

Bubbleberries 'received very well' by U.K. market

VitalBerry BV's new variety with the 'strongest aroma of all strawberries' has performed strongly in Great Britain.
July 25 , 2014

Canada: BC Blueberry Council reveals plans for govt export support funds

Canada' BC Blueberry Council says gaining China and Korea access will be a key use of government funding.
July 25 , 2014

Ex-Woolworths chief promoted to CEO at Walmart U.S.

Retail veteran Greg Foran has been promoted from head of Walmart Asia to CEO of Walmart U.S.
July 24 , 2014