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Dow-DuPont merger finalized

The so-called “mega merger” is now complete with three divisions being planned - agriculture, material science and specialty products.
September 01 , 2017

Russia lifts import ban on some Turkish veggies

The decision relates to nine specific Turkish fresh produce exporters, but didn't include details on the highly sought-after tomato trade.
September 01 , 2017

Kiwiberry season underway in the U.K.

The short-season fruit is in-store at Marks & Spencer, Tesco and Waitrose as well as online via Ocado.com.
September 01 , 2017

U.S. Northwest pear season gets underway with 'aggressive' marketing plans

The crop is slightly up on last year, with generally smaller sizings that are likely to favor exports.
September 01 , 2017

The Packaging Pitch: What's your brand strategy?

Lisa Cork asks: Is your strategy Branded House, House of Brands or Hybrid?
September 01 , 2017

Australia: T&G Global signs MoU with Montague

Building on a relationship that already involves T&G's premium apples Jazz and Envy, the New Zealand-based company will be the official exporter of Montague's premium stonefruit brands.
August 31 , 2017

C.H. Robinson acquires Canadian freight forwarder for US$50M

C.H. Robinson chairman John Wiehoff said the acquisition of Milgram continued the group's global expansion and is its third global forwarding deal in the last five years.
August 31 , 2017

U.S.: Raft of changes may be in store for Dole Food Company

The LA Times reports the multinational is planning to sell off assets with the aim of improving its books ahead of an IPO.
August 31 , 2017

U.S.: Limoneira and Suntreat boost business collaboration

Limoneira hopes the move will allow it to increase volumes to North American and international markets.
August 31 , 2017

Early signs indicate "biggest year ever" for Aussie cherries

"It could be an absolute monster," says Cherry Growers Australia CEO Tom Eastlake.
August 31 , 2017