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Mexico opens for Argentine lemons
The lemon industry in the world's top exporting country has now opened three major markets in as many months.
July 21 , 2017
U.K.: "Groundbreaking" coconut fiber substrate launched for berry production
The company claims the coir substrate can increase yields and support healthy plant cultivation.
July 20 , 2017
Lidl accuses Kroger of trying to thwart U.S. launch with 'copycat' claims
Lidl says "Kroger has offered a striking absence of evidence in support of its claims."
July 20 , 2017
State of the Market - Week 28, 2017
Lemon and mandarin prices in the U.S. market began to decline in week 28 amid rising volumes.
July 20 , 2017
U.S.: Hass Avocado Board hires former Sunkist exec as industry affairs director
John B. McGuigan has worked with multiple commodities and in various-sized organizations over 30 years.
July 20 , 2017
Argentine citrus giant San Miguel to acquire Peruvian fruit company
The iconic lemon company says Peru's location, varying climate and numerous FTAs make it an attractive place to invest.
July 19 , 2017
Opinion: It's time for the world to start caring about coconuts
Fair Trade USA's Angie Crone says our growing love of coconut isn’t necessarily benefitting the many communities they come from.
July 19 , 2017
U.S.: MBG Marketing upbeat about 2017 Michigan blueberry season
Michigan growers have been enjoying high prices this season, in part due to the frosts that severely affected the U.S. Southeast.
July 19 , 2017
U.K.: Extra sunshine leads to cherry “crop flush”, says Tesco
The supermarket is buying additional volumes of fruit from U.K. growers and offering tempting promotions to consumers.
July 18 , 2017
U.S.: Giumarra to debut Bright Bites mandarin brand
"Mandarins are the top seller in the citrus category and show no signs of slowing down," says a company executive.
July 18 , 2017
