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2012 Year in Review - First Half
At Fresh Fruit Portal, we take a look at the issues and events that defined 2012 for the produce industry.
December 28 , 2012
Mexican company converts avocado waste into plastic
Mexico's Biofase is working to convert avocado seeds into 100% biodegradable plastic resins.
December 27 , 2012
Italy explores new Psa treatment for kiwifruit
Summerfruit's Giampaolo Dal Pane talks about a new fertilizer that could fight Psa.
December 26 , 2012
Australia to phase out citrus regulation
The Australian government will change rules that restrict who citrus exporters ship to in the U.S.
December 24 , 2012
Chinese firm to buy leading Australian produce supplier
Chinese company Chevalier is finalizing a deal to buy Australia's Moraitis Group.
December 21 , 2012
Apple exporters take on Indian tariffs, methyl bromide proposals
We hear New Zealand, U.S. and Chilean perspectives on India's apple market obstacles.
December 20 , 2012
U.S. port strike talks hit stalemate over container royalties
Potential strikes on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts are looking more likely if negotiating parties can't find common ground soon.
December 18 , 2012
European association to unite co-ops for better farmer returns
French and Belgian growers have formed FRESHCOOP, and plan to expand their European scope.
December 18 , 2012
Irish company to buy majority stake in Oppy
Irish company Total Produce plans to make a bold move into the North American market, acquiring Oppy.
December 17 , 2012
Chilean cherry program aims to defy cold hour norms
A Chilean breeding program is aiming for cherries that can be grown in earlier and warmer northern areas.
December 17 , 2012
