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Chiquita reports improved Q2 results

Chiquita's banana business performed well in the second quarter and helped bring in strong financial results.
August 09 , 2013

Brazil lowers requirements for Chilean avocados

Lower import requirements mean Chile should have easier avocado access to Brazil.
August 09 , 2013

NZ: sharp rise in profit for T&G in H1

A strong apple program combined with increased profits on stonefruit exports have helped boost results for Turners & Growers.
August 08 , 2013

Banana virus puts Nigerian farmers on alert

The banana bunchy top virus is spreading rapidly in Nigeria and could threaten a key food staple.
August 08 , 2013

Spain: researchers develop citrus red scale treatment

A team in Spain has found two wasp species effective for eradicating citrus red scale.
August 08 , 2013

Brazil releases black grape variety

Brazil's new variety BRS Núbia has been praised as a step forward for black grapes.
August 08 , 2013

Market Pulse Week 31 - 2013

The Argentine satsuma campaign got underway in Europe in week 31.
August 07 , 2013

Peru keeps high hopes for Japanese avocado market

Peruvian officials hope to win Japan's favor and enter the nation's avocado market.
August 07 , 2013

Opinion: currency and politics bring positive outlook for Aussie produce

The Australian dollar has fallen at almost twice the rate of currencies from competitors, prompting optimism from produce exporters.
August 07 , 2013

HortNZ president sets goals on improved communication, national image

Horticulture New Zealand's new president Julian Raine will focus on grower communication and biosecurity.
August 06 , 2013