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NZ: "Isolated cases of flooding" on South Island kiwifruit orchards, says Zespri
A Zespri representative says the organization is expecting an increase in total kiwifruit volumes this upcoming season.
February 21 , 2018
How much should you squeeze avocados to see if they're ripe?
Not at all, according to Australian scientists who have sought to find improved techniques to prevent the practice and reduce bruising in the fruit.
February 21 , 2018
"Active population" of fruit flies now in Tasmania
Numerous fruit flies as well as larvae have now been detected in a backyard orchard in George Town, which lies outside of the previous control areas.
February 20 , 2018
Exchange rate challenge hits Italian grape exporter in the U.K. market
"We can't resist for another season. People in the U.K. need to understand that Europe is full of retailers," says Domenico Liturri of specialty grape company Agricoper.
February 19 , 2018
Value of Canada's avocado, cherry imports soars in 2017
The sharp rise in the value of avocado imports, however, came alongside a very modest increase in volume.
February 19 , 2018
Q&A: Total Produce chief sees "exciting times" ahead with Dole deal
"Ultimately, you don’t necessarily need to control 100% of an organization from day one to start planning cooperation," says Total Produce chief executive Rory Byrne.
February 16 , 2018
Avocado imports overtake bananas for the first time ever in the U.S.
The country's total annual fruit imports have risen by close to US$6 billion since 2013.
February 15 , 2018
Chilean table grape exporters face U.S. market challenges
Suppliers say the poor condition of the Flame seedless variety from Chile has brought down the market across the board.
February 15 , 2018
South Africa in line for record citrus crop
Expectations come despite drought impacts but exporters will still have to contend with new EU regulations and a challenging exchange rate.
February 15 , 2018
NZ turns away vessel after stink bug detections
Kiwifruit Vine Health has praised MPI response to the situation, which was only realized after hundreds of cards had been unloaded.
February 14 , 2018
