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Chile urged to exploit India's rising cherry and kiwifruit demand

Chile needs to intensify its marketing in India to make the most of lower import tariffs.
September 19 , 2012

Canadian grocery store posts healthy sales rise

The parent company of Sobeys' grocery chain has shown positive sales growth, thanks in part to acquisitions.
September 17 , 2012

U.S. easy peeler market strong due to supply gap

Capespan North America's Mark Greenberg discusses the state of easy peelers and oranges in the U.S. market.
September 17 , 2012

Argentina signs citrus export agreement with the Philippines

Argentina will be able to export citrus to the Philippines next year while other fruits are in negotiation.
September 17 , 2012

NZ: Zespri kids' health initiative to span North America

Zespri's Kiwifruit for Kids campaign is ramping up this year in the U.S., with expansion set for Mexico and Canada.
September 17 , 2012

Japanese giant aims to buy Dole's Asian fruit and veg arm

Dole has responded to claims Japan's Itochu is set to buy its Asian fruits and vegetable division.
September 14 , 2012

Thirst for change in Chile's dried fruit industry

Varying quality and marketing challenges were discussed at Dried Fruit & Nut Congress Chile 2012.
September 14 , 2012

Australian govt inquiry to revisit NZ potato imports

The Australian government has been urged to think again over the safety of New Zealand potato imports.
September 14 , 2012

Peru: bananas register top growth rate in first seven months of 2012

Banana, grape and avocado exports have had the highest growth rates in the Peruvian fruit industry this year.
September 14 , 2012

NZ kiwifruit profitability to fall by a third, govt report finds

The New Zealand government has calculated the impact Psa-V disease will have on kiwifruit profitability.
September 13 , 2012