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High hopes for new Australian mango release in 2013

New and improved CSIRO-developed mango cultivars will hopefully be available to Aussie growers next year.
October 22 , 2012

Study shows sulfur in soil benefits tomato growth

A University of Florida study has found that adding sulfur to soil could boost tomato production.
October 19 , 2012

South Africa anticipates good season for mango production

Subtrop's Rudolf Badenhorst says South Africa looks to be in for a good mango harvest in December.
October 19 , 2012

Mexico forms association to unify papaya exporters

Proexport AC Papaya was launched this year to respond to the needs of Mexican exporters.
October 19 , 2012

NZ: Psa detection "reinvigorates" Hawkes Bay fight against disease

New Zealand's Hawkes Bay Fruitgrowers Association is urging a multi-pronged approach to tackling disease Psa-V.
October 19 , 2012

U.S. pear growers hope for flavorful niche in Chinese market

The U.S. pear industry is hopeful it will be able to export to the Chinese mainland in September 2013.
October 18 , 2012

Rough weather to impact Argentine blueberry exports

El Niño will likely affect Argentina's blueberry exports but may smoothen out harvest peaks.
October 18 , 2012

U.S.: Kroger to expand, raise share price returns

Retailer Kroger plans to raise annual spending by US$200 million to enter new markets and boost existing ones.
October 18 , 2012

Market Pulse Week 41 - 2012

South African oranges went well close to home but had condition problems in Asia in week 41.
October 17 , 2012

South African stonefruit volumes 'promising'

South Africa is gearing up for high stonefruit volumes this season as new orchards come on stream.
October 17 , 2012