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U.S.: Berry People transitions organic strawberries from Mexico to California
The organic produce company is moving forward with plans to increase acreage for next season.
April 12 , 2018
"Mega-pest" hybrid discovered by scientists
The combination of the cotton bollworm and corn earworm in a "novel hybrid with unlimited geographical boundaries is cause for major concern."
April 12 , 2018
Sharp rise in Moroccan produce exports to Spain
Orange shipments to Spain rose more than four-fold in both volume and value last year.
April 12 , 2018
Australian produce industry unites to oppose export fee hike
"I see no way it can proceed. Loading up charges on tonnages will significantly impact the sector."
April 12 , 2018
Australia: Fruit fly outbreak takes financial toll on Tasmanian blueberry growers
This week's discovery is well outside the established control zones at George Town and Spreyton, but some farmers are nervous.
April 11 , 2018
Australia: Tasmanian authorities detect fruit fly in new location
No changes have been made to the control areas in place on Flinders Island and in Northern Tasmania.
April 10 , 2018
U.S. to approve Bayer-Monsanto deal, report says
Shares in both companies rose sharply following a report that the U.S. Justice Department is set to approve the US$62.5 billion deal.
April 10 , 2018
'Minimalist' Israeli-developed robotic arm could be used to pick apples
The technology allows a robotic manipulator to achieve a wide range of movements using few actuators that aren't possible with other robots.
April 10 , 2018
Chile: Easy peeler production rise expected as citrus season kicks off
The Chilean Citrus Committee chief has positive expectations for the season and gives his perspective on U.S. authorities' recent decision to relax Chilean lemon import rules.
April 10 , 2018
Chile's Decofrut opens new Middle Eastern office
The president of the Chile-based consulting and research company believes there is an opportunity to boost citrus exports to the region.
April 10 , 2018
