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South Africa's Zebediela Citrus Estate to receive millions in funding

The Zebediela Citrus Estate in Limpopo, South Africa is to receive a grant as part of the government’s post-Covid-19 economic recovery plan. However, workers as calling for government monitoring.
December 21 , 2020

Moroccan citrus exports forecast to grow exponentially

Moroccan citrus exports are expected to see significant increases in the 2020/21 marketing year, particularly among oranges and soft citrus.
December 21 , 2020

Apple developed to resist climate change receives "rave reviews"

The first commercialized climate-resistant apple from the Hot Climate Programme receives "rave reviews" in 2020.
December 21 , 2020

Daily avocado consumption is beneficial for gut health, study reveals for first time

It is well known that avocados are a healthy food that is high in dietary fiber and heart-healthy monounsaturated fat. However, it was unclear how avocados impact the microbes in the gut.
December 18 , 2020

USDA proposes to expand fresh citrus imports from Australia

The USDA has proposed to add three production areas in Australia that are authorized to export fresh citrus to the U.S.
December 18 , 2020

Fall Creek adds to board of directors

Global blueberry and nursery company Fall Creek Farm and Nursery Inc. recently announced Tom Blaser as the ninth member of its board of directors. 
December 18 , 2020

Gladstone Land acquires farmland in coastal California

Gladstone Land acquires farmland in southern California along with a lease with a large vegetable farming operation.
December 18 , 2020

Del Monte gifts banana and pineapple scented wrapping paper

The North American produce marketer and distributor is giving away holiday-themed wrapping paper scented to resemble the company’s two most popular products.
December 18 , 2020

Sun World appoints new Executive VP of Intellectual Property

A new Executive VP of Intellectual Property is appointed as Sun World's IP continues to grow in importance.
December 17 , 2020

South African citrus to see growth in 2021 - USDA

Two citrus categories, in particular, soft citrus and lemons, are expected to see increases in production and exports.
December 17 , 2020