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Scientists to develop first strawberry varieties for U.S. organic production

The research project has received strong support from Driscoll’s and High Mowing Organic Seeds.
October 19 , 2017

Chile forecasts slight drop in fresh blueberry exports despite production rise

An industry representative expects a better season than last year largely due to a return to more normal harvest timings.
October 19 , 2017

Pacific Trellis Fruit partners with Brazil's largest grape grower

The company says its program provides retailers the opportunity to continue the new variety offerings as the California crop winds down.
October 19 , 2017

Argentina to send more blueberries via sea freight

The industry is making "production, logistic and commercial changes" this season to help avoid a repeat of last year's poor market prices. 
October 19 , 2017

U.K.: Tesco to sell green soft citrus in fight against food waste

The move has been prompted by recent higher early season temperatures in Spain which have slowed down the coloring process.
October 19 , 2017

Produce procurement insights from Albert Heijn/Ahold Delhaize

"Our growth is mainly driven by the innovation power that we have," says Michiel van Zanten in this in-depth Perishable Pundit Q&A.
October 18 , 2017

U.S.: Brix "two to three times higher" for yellow dragonfruit, says HLB Specialties

The company will have yellow dragon fruit, also known as pitahaya, on show for sampling at PMA Fresh Summit.
October 18 , 2017

Zimbabwe bans fruit and vegetable imports

The country has relied heavily on produce imports from neighboring South Africa.
October 18 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 41, 2017

Blueberry prices fell in the U.S. in week 41 amid rising volumes from Peru and Argentina.
October 18 , 2017

UC Riverside seeks global avocado consortium to help find "the next big variety"

The university behind such varieties as GEM and Lamb Hass is now looking for global partners to help evaluate and commercialize new selections.
October 18 , 2017