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Mexican table grapes reach Australian shores

Can late Sonora spring grapes capture a chunk of the Australian winter market?
August 07 , 2017

U.S.: West Coast port workers ratify contract extension

Two-thirds of workers at 29 ports in California, Oregon and Washington voted to approve the three-year extension.
August 07 , 2017

Culinary lavender takes off as appetite lingers for new flavors

With the color of royalty and a sweet smell that conjures up romantic imagery, lavender has a considerable opportunity to reach new heights in the world of fresh produce and cooking.
August 07 , 2017

Mexico: Judge orders SAGARPA to block U.S. fresh potato imports

A diplomatic issue Mexican avocado growers believed was behind entry delays for Jalisco fruit has just taken a turn for the worse. 
August 07 , 2017

South Africa: Cheeky pear helps bridge bi-color supply gap

Through a combination of the FEMA program and new varietal development, the industry has been able to ensure a more consistent supply of blush pears.
August 07 , 2017

Fresh Pod fridge trial aims to cut food waste

Technology developed by Norfolk-based firm Fresh Pod extends the shelf life of fresh produce by up to four times and can be used in household fridges as well as commercial environments.
August 07 , 2017

Opinion: Don’t just train your farmworkers - engage them

How have you engaged your frontline workers to monitor and verify your food safety protocols?
August 07 , 2017

Cambodia slips into banana export game

It's a drop in the ocean compared to the Philippines' US$1.4 billion banana export industry, but a company in Cambodia is having a crack at the international market.
August 07 , 2017

China: Alibaba leads US$300M investment round in Yiguo

The announcement to boost Yiguo subsidiary ExFresh comes hot on the heels of the launch of its innovative Hema Supermarket platform.
August 04 , 2017

Canada: Retailer withdraws broccoli florettes over possible E.coli contamination

The CFIA urged consumers to throw out the product in question but emphasized there had been no reported illnesses associated with its consumption.
August 04 , 2017