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U.S.: Sysco to pay US$19.4M settlement over unrefrigerated food sheds

Foodservice provider Sysco has agreed to pay damages for its prior use of noncompliant drop sites in California.
July 21 , 2014

U.S.: APHIS proposes rule to allow Chinese apple imports

A recent posting on the Federal Register puts China one step closer to gaining access to the U.S. apple market.
July 18 , 2014

U.S.: Farm Bill funding pays greater attention to organic growers

The USDA has slated a record level of funding for organic certification cost-share assistance.
July 18 , 2014

Ecuador-EU trade agreement is "marvelous", says banana industry leader

Ecuador is now one step closer to being on par with its banana-exporting competitors in Europe when it comes to tariffs.
July 17 , 2014

U.S.: new study reveals worrying impacts of Californian drought

The new study from UC Davis says groundwater reserves cannot be treated like an 'unlimited savings account'.
July 16 , 2014

Chile: grape pioneer passes away

An important figure in Chile's agricultural development, Alfonso Prohens, has died.
July 15 , 2014

Chile: Court of Appeals rejects bid to block Peruvian avocado imports

A request from Chilean growers to block Peruvian avocado imports will now come before the Supreme Court.
July 11 , 2014

Mexico strengthens southern border against agricultural threats

Mexico has spent US$22 million on building and upgrading border facilities to prevent the entry of exotic pests and diseases.
July 11 , 2014

Figs running earlier than ever, says U.S. grower-shipper

From figs to persimmons to chestnuts, U.S.-based Stellar Distributing is on the hunt for new international trade deals.
July 11 , 2014

U.S.: PAC throws old avocado marketing concepts "out the door"

The Peruvian Avocado Commission aims to show leadership in revamped web design in the produce industry.
July 10 , 2014