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Chinese cherry production, imports to rise in 2019-20

According to the USDA's report, the Chinese industry is expected to see a 23% year-on-year rise in production to 420,000 metric tons (MT) this coming season.
July 18 , 2019

India: Maharashtra grape growers to organize marketing efforts under federation

By joining forces, the 50,000 Indian farmers in the country's Nashik district could better tackle industry problems, such as unfair pricing, the lack of insurance, and demands from export destinations.
July 18 , 2019

Avocados In Charts: Why falling prices could settle below 2018's levels

The USDA has forecasted a 20% increase on last year's volume from week 28 through week 41. If these figures are accurate, the readjustment in price could take us into October.
July 16 , 2019

Turkish cherry industry confident of strong future in Europe despite rising competition

Production levels have been on the upswing from many EU countries over recent years - not only from the leading producers Italy, Greece and Spain, but also the likes of Germany and the U.K., which are key markets for Turkey.
July 10 , 2019

How California avocado growers keep Persea mites from ruining the Super Bowl

Avocados are not only one of America’s favorite fruits. A tiny arthropod also loves them so much that it feeds on their leaves in 99% of California’s avocado orchards. Check out our guide on how to use biocontrol to limit the damage.
July 10 , 2019

USDA releases PRA for potential Indonesian pineapple imports

If Indonesia's request for market access is approved, the U.S. would become the second North American country the nation exports fresh pineapple to, according to global sourcing platform Tridge.
July 08 , 2019

India: Sahyadri Farmer Producer Company leads table grape exports

In addition to its export success, Sahyadri has also obtained exclusive production and marketing rights for India for ARRA grape varieties, said Financial Express.
July 04 , 2019

Japanese apple saplings reportedly sold illegally in China

The variety - Chiyuki - was registered in China four years ago, yet its saplings are reportedly being sold on a major Chinese online shopping site without consent of the registered rights holder.
July 04 , 2019

Swedish supermarket ICA creates buzz year-round with new fruit and veg opportunities

The cutting-edge retailer has turned produce into a destination department by pitching healthy foods during holidays such as Halloween and Easter and during big events such as the World Cup.
June 25 , 2019

China imports record banana volume

As China's domestic banana crops suffer from Panama Disease, the nation is becoming more reliant on supplies from Southeast Asia and South America.
June 24 , 2019