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U.S. House narrowly passes Farm Bill
The sweeping farm and nutrition policy legislation passed by a vote of 213-211, having failed last month.
June 21 , 2018
U.S.: Category growth driven by black-only grape ads, says Sun World
Sun World expects the black grape category growth seen over the last five years to continue, if not accelerate.
June 21 , 2018
State of the Market - Week 24, 2018
Chilean clementine prices in the U.S. declined this week amid greater available volumes, but the market remains strong.
June 21 , 2018
U.S.: China tariffs likely to affect apples, citrus more than cherries, says PMA rep
Richard Owen believes cherries will be a "good test" for evaluating potential effects on produce trade and says it is as yet unclear what the endgame is, amid escalating tensions.
June 21 , 2018
Limoneira acquires Chilean citrus company
The La Serena ranch currently has more than 300 acres of lemon and orange production, as well as the potential for around 500 acres of avocado production.
June 20 , 2018
U.S.: Dole adds industry veteran as president of vegetable division
Among other positions, the appointee has held roles of president of POM Wonderful and Ready Pac Foods.
June 20 , 2018
U.S.: Nicaraguan red dragon fruit two weeks away from high-volume launch
“We receive requests daily from shoppers asking for red-flesh dragon fruit because they have seen them on Instagram in smoothie bowls and beverages."
June 20 , 2018
First bananas grown on New Zealand plantation
The east coast of New Zealand's North Island reportedly has the perfect climate for a burgeoning banana industry.
June 20 , 2018
U.S.: Case count rises in Salmonella outbreak linked to pre-cut melon
So far almost half of the affected people have been hospitalized, and no deaths linked to the outbreak have been recorded.
June 20 , 2018
U.S.: Bill Gates-backed startup launches avocados with double shelf life
Del Rey Avocado Company is supplying avocados treated with the plant-derived product to Costco Wholesale stores in the U.S Midwest.
June 19 , 2018
