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U.S.: record pace for California grapes

Weekly shipments have risen substantially for the California table grape industry this year.
September 23 , 2013

Compounds found in red grapes, blueberries may help immune function

The immune function may be boosted by grape and blueberry consumption.
September 23 , 2013

Lower estimate for Argentine blueberries

Ines Pelaez explains the weather conditions that have cut back blueberry export forecasts.
September 20 , 2013

Agreement abates Andean avocado animosity

Chile's Agriculture and Livestock Service (SAG) has reportedly vowed to withdraw Peruvian avocado import restrictions.
September 20 , 2013

U.S.: Southern Specialties expands Guatemalan lime program

The Guatemalan lime deal is heading into a strong period with fruit that is high in juice content.
September 20 , 2013

Market Pulse Week 37 - 2013

Supply was insufficient and prices were up for avocados in North America in week 37.
September 19 , 2013

Ethylene-absorbing pads slated as tool to improve fruit shelf life

Sirane Food Packaging said its ethylene absorbency technology can extend berry shelf life.
September 19 , 2013

Bacteria and fungi give boost to fruit tree development

Mexican researchers have found certain fungi and bacteria to speed up fruit tree maturity by up to 40%.
September 19 , 2013

Argentine blueberry shipments to start next week

Air freight shipments of early season blueberries from the Argentine province of Tucuman are set to take off very soon.
September 19 , 2013

Ecuador suspends banana levy

An Ecuadorian fruit industry representative says the removal of a banana tax will help restore competitiveness to the sector.
September 17 , 2013