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Calif. citrus company accused of PACA violations
The company, operating from California, allegedly failed to promptly pay two produce sellers for $1,128,040 from March 2019 through March 2020.
December 13 , 2023
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No new farm bill coming in 2024
The 2018 bill expired Sep. 30, and is functioning now under extension, which expires on Sep. 30, 2024.
December 12 , 2023
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Chile And Peru join to face challenges for global grape industry
Grape producers and exporters worldwide have experienced a process of change and stress marked by climatic factors, the Covid-19 pandemic, logistical issues in origin and destination, and the cultivation of new varieties that have not achieved expected results.
December 12 , 2023
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Planasa marks 50th anniversary
The firm recenlty joined forces with EW Group, a German family-owned company in the life sciences sector with presence in more than 50 countries and more than 19,000 employees worldwide.
December 12 , 2023
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Uruguayan lemons approved for export to China
Uruguay is Latin America's second-largest citrus exporter, exporting about 45% of its total production.
December 12 , 2023
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Agronometrics in Charts: Adverse weather takes a toll on Chilean blueberry production
A recent forecast now anticipates a 7% decrease from the initial October estimate and a 13% reduction from the previous marketing year.
December 12 , 2023
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Salmonella outbreak: Deaths rise to 8, cases reported in Canada
Whole Genome Sequencing analysis shows that clinical isolates from the 129 reported ill people in Canada, are genetically related to those infected in the U.S.
December 11 , 2023
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Florida grapefruit and tangerine production up
As for oranges, the USDA’s forecast remains unchanged for the October forecast at 20.5 million boxes
December 11 , 2023
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Chilean citrus look to new varieties amid shifting weather
With an unusual 2022-23 season that saw overall Chilean citrus exports increase by 46% year-on-year due to unexpected rains and warm temperatures, the country’s growers are looking at new cultivars to manage the changing Latin American weather.
December 11 , 2023
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Bloom Fresh executives share 2024 predictions for the table grape industry
While table grapes as a category are moving forward with greatly improved varieties on offer, the sector has not been without challenges. Severe and erratic weather events around the world have impacted California and Peruvian volumes.
December 11 , 2023