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Hurricane Maria brings flooding to Dominican Republic banana plantations

While there has been some damage related to strong winds, most of the problems are due to rainfall and flooding.
September 22 , 2017

U.S.: Apio donates salads to Irma victims in Florida

The announcement comes just weeks after the company gave a similar donation to the victims of Hurricane Harvey in Houston.
September 22 , 2017

Aussie researchers discover rapid method for sterile fruit fly production

The development "could have major benefits for the world’s production of sterile flies and other insects".
September 22 , 2017

Vietnam ships first ever dragon fruit exports to Australia

The fruit is allowed into Australia under strict protocol procedures including hot vapor treatment.
September 22 , 2017

U.S.: POM Wonderful's aril business growth "on fire"

Strong momentum is building for the leading company's aril and juice brands.
September 22 , 2017

Brazilian apple exports recover following huge decline

Total FOB returns were higher than in 2015, when more fruit was exported.
September 22 , 2017

World Kiwifruit Conference to take place in Shaanxi, China

Chinese and New Zealand groups are reportedly expected to sign a strategic cooperation agreement on kiwifruit technology during the event.
September 22 , 2017

Spanish mango season running two weeks early

The crop is however expected to be lighter given one set of flowering was damaged by rains.
September 22 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 37, 2017

Avocado prices rose in the European market in week 37 thanks to increased demand.
September 21 , 2017

Majority of U.S. consumers willing to pay more for Fairtrade bananas, study finds

The result of a recent survey could spur new growth in retail for a category that tends to be a loss leader.
September 21 , 2017