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U.S.: GM Fuji apple edges closer to regulatory approval

Following breakthroughs for the Arctic Golden and Granny, Okanagan Specialty Fruits is one step closer to having another genetically modified apple cultivated in the U.S.
August 11 , 2016

Early U.S. apple season an "advantage" with excellent crop

We speak with Washington State apple growers to hear their views on the current season and key trends in the sector.
August 11 , 2016

State of the Market - Week 31, 2016

The start of the Ghost Festival favored Chilean Fuji sales in Taiwan and prices trended upwards.
August 11 , 2016

U.S.: Chicago greenhouse opens for BrightFarms

The Chicagoland Greenhouse expands the company's footprint which includes facilities in Pennsylvania and Vermont.
August 11 , 2016

U.S.: "Deep end" dive pays off for South American pomegranates at Ruby Fresh

Now with Peru about to be in the mix, Ruby Fresh can almost "close the loop" for a year-round pomegranate program, while weather conditions mean the local Californian crop is looking up this year too.
August 10 , 2016

Envy apples hit Chilean supermarket shelves

Agrícola San Clemente has been exporting the branded variety since last year, but now it also aims to bolster demand at home in Chile.
August 10 , 2016

Eosta fruit brand launches new wrapper to raise awareness about insects

Children are already responding well to a new fruit wrap that can be adjusted to become a bug toy.
August 10 , 2016

U.S. offically approves market entry for Peruvian pomegranates, figs

Exporter Valle y Pampa will be testing the waters with trial shipments this year.
August 10 , 2016

Poland: Galster bolsters apple production to meet overseas demand

While European apple markets may have been under pressure, Polish grower Galster has cause for optimism, particularly now that the Chinese market will be open for exports this year.
August 09 , 2016

Philippines: Dole banana operation shut down due to security concerns

New People's Army (NPA) rebels have attacked 18 banana container trucks this year alone.
August 09 , 2016