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U.S. importer Kingston set to expand pineapple business

U.S. tropical fruit procurement company Kingston plans to grow its pineapple presence.
May 22 , 2012

U.S. to import Colombian celery, arugula and spinach

U.S. inspectors have given Colombia's celery, arugula and spinach the green light for imports.
May 22 , 2012

Spearheading asparagus marketing innovation

Competition is tight in the U.S. asparagus market, spurring companies to look at new ways of boosting demand.
May 22 , 2012

Chilean kiwifruit industry proposes national Psa prevention strategy

The Chilean Kiwifruit Commmitee has urged advancement with a national strategy to stop vine disease Psa.
May 21 , 2012

Price hikes for Maersk's Latin American shipments

Maersk Line has vowed to increase its Latin American route rates to absorb rising fuel costs.
May 21 , 2012

SA grapefruit growers opting for juicing over exports

South Africa's small grapefruit sizes are causing export headaches this season.
May 21 , 2012

Indian mango exports to the U.S. drop from key state

Poor weather and a pest threat have impacted mangoes in a key Indian fruit-growing state.
May 21 , 2012

Wal-Mart's net sales in Q1 soar to US$112.3B

Wal-Mart has beaten analysts' predictions, posting an 8.6% rise in net sales in Q1.
May 18 , 2012

Peru predicts 15% export growth this year

Peru's agricultural exports look set to rise by 15% this year, thanks to key fruits like avocados and grapes.
May 18 , 2012

Opinion: clearing up doubts about agricultural degree opportunities

PMA president Bryan Silberman explains why an agricultural degree is an important step for a promising career.
May 18 , 2012