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New gene-edited tomatoes grow in grape-like bunches
Using CRISPR gene-editing tools to change the growing time, scientists have found a new tomato that is considered revolutionary for urban agriculture.
January 02 , 2020
Raspberries in Charts: Record Mexican volumes send prices crashing
November saw the highest ever volumes of Mexican raspberries in the U.S. market, and the situation was reflected in the prices.
January 02 , 2020
U.S. expands citrus greening quarantined area in California
The USDA's APHIS is adding portions of Los Angeles and San Bernardino Countries following citrus greening detections
December 24 , 2019
China to lower tariffs on hundreds of global products from Jan. 1
The move comes China seeks to boost imports and support domestic consumers amid a major economic slowdown.
December 23 , 2019
Mexican avocado exports to U.S. to rise by 12% this season - USDA
And amid continued strong international demand and increased production, total exports to all markets are expected to rise to 1.25 MMT.
December 23 , 2019
Industry expert Jefcoate analyses rise of discounters, what it means for future
Hurdletree Associates director offers up the UK and Ireland as a case study on what may happen in the United States and how both competitors and suppliers can act to improve their situation.
December 23 , 2019
U.S.: 138 illnesses in 25 states from Romaine-linked E. coli outbreak
The U.S. FDA has reported there are have now been 138 illnesses across 25 states from E. coli linked to romaine lettuce grown in Salinas, California.
December 20 , 2019
State of the Market: Blueberry prices fall in the U.S.
In week 50 this year, Hass prices rose in China but fell in Europe, while grape prices were generally stable in the U.S.
December 20 , 2019
Chile to reduce heavy mandarin concentration on U.S. market
The U.S. is by far the leading market for Chilean mandarin exports, with a 96% market share, but with the opening of China that is set to change.
December 20 , 2019
China approves Argentine lemons for entry
The signing of phytosanitary protocols gives the world's biggest lemon exporter access to one of the world's biggest lemon markets.
December 19 , 2019
