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U.S.: Wholesum Harvest forms new berry company

The joint venture with organic farmers from North and South America will distribute berries year-round.
January 23 , 2018

U.S.: Retailers see record Pazazz apple sales two months early

Early sales feedback from the first two months of availability in November and December show the variety captured an "unmatched share" of the premium apple category.
January 23 , 2018

South Africa: Positive EU market conditions offer silver lining to stonefruit growers

"It's been a good season in general so far considering all the challenges we are facing," says Hortgro's Jacques du Preez.
January 23 , 2018

Mexican mango export crop unaffected by cold front, says NMB

Manuel Michel also explains how Peru's significantly lower year-on-year exports to the U.S. don't tell the full story.
January 23 , 2018

Imported Navel orange market "not so positive" in lead-up to Chinese New Year

From citrus to kiwifruit to cherries to avocados, Andy Zhang of Dole China gives his take on a wide spectrum of imported fruit categories.
January 23 , 2018

U.S.: Multistate salmonella outbreak linked to sprouts

Eight people have so far been infected across three northern U.S. states.
January 22 , 2018

Amazon lists candidates for second headquarters

The group has listed 20 North American cities in the running to be HQ2, while AmazonFresh is reportedly set for significant expansion in Germany this year as well.
January 22 , 2018

South Africa: Tru-Cape notched record pome fruit exports in 2017

The record comes despite year-on-year export declines for the industry.
January 22 , 2018

Turkey: Alanar to enter partnership with Tekfen

One of Turkey's leading cherry and fig grower-exporters is hoping to double production through the deal.
January 22 , 2018

Opinion: Cool heads are needed as South African drought panic sets in

Janse Rabie says that amidst a province in crisis, Agri SA finds a surprising ally.
January 22 , 2018