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Some NZ growers disappointed by "extravagant" Zespri buyer visit
New Zealand's kiwifruit industry has seen dissent in the ranks after around NZ$500,000 was spent on a recent buyer visit, but Zespri claims it was necessary to boost sales of a rising gold variety crop.
March 18 , 2015
Chile: Strike lifted in Valparaiso
Fruit industry leaders have congratulated port operators and workers in Valparaiso for finding a prompt resolution to a cargo dispute.
March 17 , 2015
India: Gigantic hail stones ravage grape crops
"Farmers have never really seen anything like the size of the hail stones," says an Indian grape industry leader.
March 17 , 2015
Chile: ASOEX calls for govt action to end Valparaiso port strike
A Chilean strike puts fruit shipments at risk of missing thresholds for the U.S. Marketing Order.
March 17 , 2015
Australia: Panama Disease TR4 confirmed in Queensland
The head of the Australian Banana Growers' Council says although the detection of Panama Disease Tropical Race 4 is a 'substantial challenge', he is confident it's one the industry can successfully meet.
March 16 , 2015
Nadorcott case against Tango just a delay tactic, says Eurosemillas
Spanish growers have been undeterred by calls not to plant the seedless Tango mandarin variety, with demand outstripping supply.
March 16 , 2015
Costa Rica recognizes first carbon neutral banana farm
A Costa Rican banana farm hopes its eco-friendly practices will serve as an example to the industry.
March 16 , 2015
Honduras: Finca Tropical responds to anti-union allegations
A banana supplier to Chiquita has defended its labor record following recent criticisms from FESTAGRO.
March 16 , 2015
Chinese greenhouse cherries cash in on early market
Greenhouse production means small volumes of fresh Chinese cherries, blueberries and nectarines are already hitting the market.
March 13 , 2015
Australia: FAO rep optimistic despite TR4 doom and gloom
A plant disease expert believes Queensland will be able to contain the suspected case of TR4.
March 13 , 2015
