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France raises minimum food resale prices, limits supermarket promotions
The aim of the new regulations brought in this year is to rebalance trade relations for the benefit of farmers’ income, according to a government minister.
February 18 , 2019
Chinese New Year reverses sluggish apple sales
The world's leading apple grower experienced severe frosts during the spring last year, which led to a 30% year-on-year drop in volumes and a huge drop in sales as a result.
February 18 , 2019
U.S.: California expecting smallest avocado crop in a decade
Two other major players in the global avocado market during the same period - Peru and South Africa - are also expecting year-on-year declines in production this coming season.
February 18 , 2019
New Covent Garden scoops up award as U.K.'s best wholesale market
Covent Garden Market Authority receives high marks at Great British Market Awards for its work with traders, support of young people and charities and its ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment
February 16 , 2019
Peru expecting drop in avocado volume but longer season in 2019
In addition, new plantings in the north of the country are expected to extend the season by around one month at the front end, and and the country's volume is anticipated to be more evenly spread out this year.
February 15 , 2019
Mexican avocado exports rise sharply to Canada, China and Japan
In addition, the industry recently launched a new TV commercial in Japan, where Mexico is the largest avocado supply by far.
February 15 , 2019
Chile: Heat could impact fresh blueberry exports for season remainder
The high temperatures could mean total export volumes end up slightly lower than last season, against previous forecasts of similar levels.
February 15 , 2019
State of the Market - Week 6, 2019
Price pressure remained on stonefruit and blueberries in the U.S. market in week 6, but the situation was better for white table grapes.
February 15 , 2019
Higher prices of Ecuadorian bananas lead Germany to favor Central America
The minimum price set by the Ecuadorian Government in October has been the key factor in a sharp drop in exports to Germany this year.
February 14 , 2019
Chilean apple season could be impacted by heatwave
Some of the hottest weather on record has scorched large areas of Chile and could lead to sunburn and shorter storage life.
February 14 , 2019
