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U.S.: PMA-United Fresh merger talks fall through
The U.S.'s two major produce bodies have decided not to merge.
July 17 , 2012
Fire destroys Mexican packinghouse
An electical fire has burned down an avocado packinghouse in the northern Mexican state of Michoacán.
July 17 , 2012
Mexican growers condemn 'protectionist' U.S. tomato industry actions
Mexican growers have accused Florida's tomato industry of 'hijacking' an election year for political purposes.
July 17 , 2012
South Africa sets avocado export sights on U.S.
South Africa's growing avocado industry is looking to develop export markets with the U.S. a new destination.
July 17 , 2012
U.S. consumers to comment on GM non-browning apples
Two new GM non-browning apples must gain public feedback before U.S. authorities allow them to go on sale.
July 16 , 2012
Peru's citrus exports set to climb this season
Peru is on schedule to exceed last year's citrus exports by 3.8%.
July 16 , 2012
South Africa's guava industry at crucial crossroads
Guava growers in South Africa are positive about the fruit's potential despite fighting wilt disease.
July 16 , 2012
Ecuador's banana exports show massive slump
Ecuador's banana shipments have fallen due to a severe winter, tougher regulation and Europe's economic crisis.
July 16 , 2012
French researchers unlock banana genome
Two French research institutes have sequenced the genetic code of banana ancestor Musa Acuminata.
July 13 , 2012
Chile: Hortifrut hails successful IPO
Hortifrut president Victor Moller was pleased with the company's IPO yesterday.
July 13 , 2012
