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Spain issues Hep A alert over imported strawberries
This is the second notice issued by Spain this year for Moroccan strawberries.
March 06 , 2024
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Pomelo Diplomacy: How a favorite Thai fruit advanced U.S. trade ties
APHIS Senior Foreign Service Officer Marc Gilkey addresses how, through the pomelo, the quintessential Thai fruit, the U.S. and Thailand recently celebrated almost two centuries of collaboration.
March 06 , 2024
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South African grapes near season's end with strong export volume
Volume to date is up 18% year-on-year. In all, South Africa expects to export 75.8 million cartons this season.
March 06 , 2024
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Queensland fruit fly outbreak declared in South Australia
The Queensland fruit fly (Bactrocera tryoni), is considered one of the most serious pests for fruits and vegetables in Australia.
March 06 , 2024
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Work begins on new ag research facility in Georgia
The facility will house the Southeast Watershed Research Laboratory and the Crop Genetics and Breeding Research Unit to promote multiple avenues of agriculture-related research.
March 06 , 2024
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Oregon cherry farmers get relief after one of worst growing seasons on record
Oregon cherry growers suffered severe financial setbacks in 2023. Now growers in nine counties can apply for relief.
March 06 , 2024
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Agronometrics Shorts: California strawberry acreage at multi-year highs - Rabobank
The North America Agribusiness Review published by RaboResearch provides insights into the U.S. strawberry and blueberry markets, revealing significant trends and price movements.
March 05 , 2024
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Small-scale Whole Foods format appeals to big-city shoppers
The new concept, called Whole Foods Market Daily Shops will debut in the Upper East Side of Manhattan, New York and expand to other cities.
March 05 , 2024
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Disease-resistant banana could be Costa Rica's first GM product
Before releasing further details, the ministry said the research application must be formalized by the company.
March 05 , 2024
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Peru: Grapes dominate ag exports as industry struggles with weather
The main exported fruit in 2023 were grapes, with a FOB value of $1,825 million, an increase of 30% year-on-year.
March 05 , 2024