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Chilean walnut industry projects 20% growth for 2017

An industry head is forecasting production volumes to double in the next five years as new plantings come fully online.
February 15 , 2017

Let's not blow vegetable shortage "out of proportion", says Total Produce chief

A Total Produce executive discusses the recent EU vegetable crisis, Brexit implications, and a Brazilian acquisition that was quietly made last year.
February 15 , 2017

Opinion: Consumers and retailers can redefine what ‘quality’ means

Waitrose fruit buyer Amy Lance examines the tipping point for consumer when buying fruit and explores whether quality requirements do more to restrict trade than enhance it.
February 15 , 2017

Ecuador: Wana Bana turns heads at Fruit Logistica

It's often the case at fresh produce events that certain stands attract a lot of traffic, not because they are particularly well-known but rather their rare products are so unfamiliar.
February 15 , 2017

Poland: Appolonia sends first exports to China

After years of negotiations to gain access to China, the association has set a goal of 200 containers for the season.
February 15 , 2017

State of the Market - Week 6, 2017

The U.S. blueberry market was strengthening in week 6 thanks to increased demand and lower arrival volumes.
February 15 , 2017

Italy: Southern Seed samples new mini-melons at Fruit Logistica

No, this is not a tennis ball.
February 14 , 2017

Uruguay 'migrating' citrus exports to U.S., China

The EU has traditionally been a leading market for Uruguayan fruit growers, but tariffs are pushing exports elsewhere.
February 14 , 2017

Costa Rica achieved record banana exports in 2016

Favorable weather conditions and higher-yielding plants reportedly helped push up industry returns to US$986 million.
February 14 , 2017

Australian govt supports changes to Horticulture Code of Conduct

AUSVEG has welcomed the future reforms to the mandatory industry code, saying they will boost transparency and accountability.
February 14 , 2017