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Colombia denies rumored outbreak of TR4 in the country

The ICA said the rumors have likely arisen from confusion regarding the prevention campaigns Colombia carries out against the fungus and other viruses.
July 05 , 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

New strawberry-picking robot regarded as 'revolution' for harvesters

The robot, called Rubion, can pick a bruise-free strawberry every five seconds and can deliver between 180 and 360 kilograms in a 16-hour day, says Science Business.
July 03 , 2019

Pink Lady apples "maintained good performance" in difficult EU markets

However, the minor decline - attributed to harsh weather conditions during harvest time - didn’t stop the Pink Lady brand from increasing its market share, says the company.
July 03 , 2019

Chile: SAG launches phone app to identify ag pests

The app will allow users to send a photo, video or audio of a pest that is affecting crops, so that SAG specialists can analyze the information and take appropriate measures to control it.
July 03 , 2019

Pakistan forecasts "substantial decline" in mango production

The Mango Growers Cooperative Society's president said that there was an urgent need for research and policy-making to deal with the issue of climate change, which is affecting crops.
July 02 , 2019

U.S.: Salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican papaya

The CDC is warning consumers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island not to eat fresh papaya from Mexico due to the risks.
July 02 , 2019

The impact of digital marketing in the avocado industry

Companies in the agricultural sector must make an effort to adapt to today's digitalized environment and the needs of their target audiences, says the World Avocado Congress.
July 02 , 2019

Blackberries In Charts: California leads impressive category growth

California has seen blackberry growth at a very strategic time, and can take advantage of a natural gap in production left by Mexico, between May and September.
July 02 , 2019