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California Avocado Commission asks USDA to inspect all Mexican Hass avocados
The direct inspection of all harvesting and packing of hass avocados exported to the United States aims to maintain the integrity of the critical avocado inspection program in Mexico.
June 26 , 2024
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Spain responds to South African call for panel review of EU measures on citrus imports
South Africa said it needed to ensure that its rights are safeguarded through WTO dispute settlement procedures but that it is open to continued talks with the EU to secure a mutually agreed solution.
June 26 , 2024
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New Jersey Rutger's new blueberry variety enters its final phase
June 26 , 2024
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Low temperatures boost blood orange health benefits
June 26 , 2024
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Sonoran table grape estimate revised down
FreshFruitPortal.com spoke with Sergio Rene Lugo, director of Mexico Table Grapes, of the Association of Table Grape Producers of Sonora-Mexico, to clarify the campaign’s projections.
June 26 , 2024
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Chiquita case: Judge cancels second trial
Days after the plaintiffs told the court that they were unable to proceed together, Judge Kenneth Marra said the case didn't "justify another second trial".
June 26 , 2024
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Aldi removes plastic packaging on its bananas in the UK
The move is the latest of many plastic and packaging-reduction initiatives by the supermarket.
June 26 , 2024
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Colombian Hass avocado industry announces new country brand
New country brand aims to position its hass avocados as benchmark for sustainability.
June 25 , 2024
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Agronometrics in Charts: US market faces reduced supply of Peruvian avocados this season
Despite an early start, farms in Olmos, also in the north, faced delays, with many not beginning their harvest until week 18.
June 25 , 2024
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Argentine citrus: Production and exports update
Although lemon size is smaller, reducing overall production, growers expect high-quality fruit.
June 25 , 2024