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Australia: Pome fruit industry lanches Hailstorm Heroes campaign
The initiative has been launched in numerous domestic retailers to promote fruit that received cosmetic damage following severe hailstorms last year.
April 04 , 2018
Chiquita bolsters Star Cool container fleet
The Star Cool controlled atmosphere system will ensure an extended transportation period of up to 45 days and prolonged shelf life, according to Maersk.
April 04 , 2018
Chile: Spotted wing Drosophila found in major blueberry-growing region
The insect was found in a raspberry field in the southern Biobio region.
April 04 , 2018
China: New agency to undertake AQSIQ's role
China’s highest legislative body, the National People’s Congress, has approved a sweeping government restructuring plan that will affect the phytosanitary watchdog.
April 04 , 2018
South Africa expects record avocado exports in 2018
Subtrop attributed the rise to better growing conditions, an 'on-year' and new plantings coming into production.
April 04 , 2018
State of the Market - Week 13, 2018
Lower supply levels led to some price increases for Chilean blueberries in the U.S. market in week 13.
April 04 , 2018
Phytelligence deal with Mahyco will bring new fruit tech to India
The Seattle-based company aims to lift productivity and fruit quality through its trademarked growing system along with modern rootstocks and varieties.
April 04 , 2018
U.S.: PEAKfresh produce bags used by NASA
The bags are being used by NASA to store fruit and vegetables for International Space Station astronauts.
April 04 , 2018
U.K.: SH Pratt implements "unique" banana planning and ripening software
The company says FIPS offers features to increase efficiency and offer customers centralized key data accessible at any time.
April 04 , 2018
U.S.: Fall and winter holidays set avocado sales records
Avocado sales in the U.S. market in the fourth quarter of 2017 were registered at a record US$42 million.
April 04 , 2018
