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U.S.: early start for Giumarra's west Mexican watermelon deal
Expanding into new areas has helped Giumarra fill watermelon supply gaps.
March 18 , 2014
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"There's a lot of room for growth" in blueberries, says USHBC
After last week's IBO conference in Mexico, two experts revealed plans for building blueberry demand.
March 18 , 2014
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U.S.: Chiquita denies speculation over Charlotte withdrawal
Chiquita's deal with Fyffes has sent a scare in Charlotte, where some fear a violation of contract terms.
March 18 , 2014
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South African grapes enjoy partial recovery in late season
South African table grapes have picked up volume in recent weeks, showing recovery from the early season.
March 18 , 2014
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NZ: weather, markets in Zespri's favor so far in 2014
The kiwifruit harvest has begun in New Zealand with the industry upbeat about prospects for its earliest export market, Japan.
March 18 , 2014
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Papyrus Australia to process banana fiber in China
An Australian company is set to bring its value-added banana technology to the Chinese island of Hainan.
March 17 , 2014
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Organic U.S. growers look for alternatives to treat fire blight
U.S. apple and pear growers could soon face trouble maintaining organic status under new treatment guidelines.
March 17 , 2014
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Colombia: Banacol undergoes restructuring amid debt woes
Latin American banana group Banacol will restructure in response to debt concerns.
March 17 , 2014
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Patent pending for Mexican portable plant growth chamber
Mexican developers hope to trial fruit and veggie production in a portable, fridge-like chamber in the Ukraine.
March 17 , 2014
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ChiquitaFyffes a boost for Ecuador, says banana industry leader
Eduardo Ledesma believes the formation of ChiquitaFyffes will "undoubtedly" benefit Ecuador's banana industry.
March 17 , 2014