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First citrus trees appeared in the Himalayan foothills, scientists says

They believe that when the climate changed millions of years ago, bringing weaker monsoons and drier weather, the plants were able to spread out of the Himalayas and throughout southeast Asia.
February 12 , 2018

U.S.: Hazel develops technology to boost post-harvest pear quality

Researchers found that D’Anjou pears treated with Hazel Pear had three-times longer shelf life and 95% internal color retention following three weeks of treatment.
February 12 , 2018

Real-time data innovator continues with global expansion

The expanded trials will open opportunities for the MOST solution across international markets.
February 12 , 2018

T&G launches new fruit brand in Australia

One of New Zealand's leading produce companies has launched a colorful new fruit brand for the Australian market, under which commodities including kiwifruit, berries and stonefruit will be sold. 
February 09 , 2018

WAPA forecasts stable SH apple production, lower pear crop in 2018

The association is "cautiously optimistic" about the current campaign with low inventories and good quality likely to spark favorable prices.
February 09 , 2018

U.S. organic fresh produce sales hit nearly US$5B in 2017

The most notable growth occurred within organic fruits, led by the 22% increase in organic berry volume sales to US$586 million.
February 09 , 2018

Chile: San Osvaldo aims to become leading citrus producer in Coquimbo

The company is expecting sharp rises in its production and processing capacity over the coming years, and is also venturing into the juicing business.
February 09 , 2018

China: Mr. Avocado arrives in first 7Fresh store

The Mr. Avocado brand has expanded rapidly since launching ripening operations in Shanghai in April 2017.
February 09 , 2018

BayWa markets first German Jazz apple crop

The climatically-favored region in southern Rhineland-Palatinate is said to offer optimal growing conditions for Jazz apples.
February 09 , 2018

Australia: TR4 confirmed on third Tully Valley farm

Panama TR4 was first detected in the major Queensland growing region in March 2015.
February 08 , 2018