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U.S.: MBG Marketing upbeat about 2017 Michigan blueberry season

Michigan growers have been enjoying high prices this season, in part due to the frosts that severely affected the U.S. Southeast.
July 19 , 2017

Carbon calculator makes footprint on South African fruit industry

The initiative now has four years of solid data to help growers and exporters alike stay ahead of the curve as pressures mount from destination markets over carbon emissions.
July 19 , 2017

U.K.: Extra sunshine leads to cherry “crop flush”, says Tesco

The supermarket is buying additional volumes of fruit from U.K. growers and offering tempting promotions to consumers.
July 18 , 2017

U.S.: Giumarra to debut Bright Bites mandarin brand

"Mandarins are the top seller in the citrus category and show no signs of slowing down," says a company executive.
July 18 , 2017

U.S. finger lime demand "turning a corner", says Shanley

Sales have been so strong that the company has had to delay the commercial launch of its breakthrough finger lime pearl citrus caviar product.
July 18 , 2017

U.S: Amazon meal kit trademark application sends Blue Apron shares tumbling

Shares in one of the U.S.'s biggest meal kit delivery services have reportedly fallen nearly 35% since the IPO in late June.
July 18 , 2017

Australia: Keep your eyes peeled for bananas of the future

"Tropical Race IV has forced us into that situation," says researcher David Peasley, who is trialing some attractive and tasty banana varieties in northern New South Wales.
July 18 , 2017

Mexican papaya exporter seeks new varieties to expand its horizons

The search so far for a new variety that can reach Asia and Europe in a good condition has not been positive.
July 17 , 2017

U.K.: Avocado emblazoned buses and cabs take over London’s roads

The head of the World Avocado Organization expects European avocado consumption to grow 20% in 2017.
July 17 , 2017

French startup secures €8M investment to grow strawberries in containers

Agricool plans to put up five containers around Paris this summer, amid plans for the strawberries to be sold at competitive prices.
July 17 , 2017