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Challenging outlook for Mediterranean grapes

In the face of tough competition with summer fruit, many Spanish and Italian grape growers are shifting their varietal offerings to get ahead.
July 01 , 2014

India: Himachal Pradesh simplifies apple rejuvenation project guidelines

Around 14% of Himachal Pradesh orchards will come under a scheme aimed at raising orchard productivity.
July 01 , 2014

Honduran workers' union reaches deal with Chiquita subsidiary

After 10 months of negotiations, Tela Railroad Co. workers have negotiated a 27% pay rise to go over three years.
July 01 , 2014

Russian problems prompt new outlook for Moroccan citrus

Delassus' Fatiha Charrat looks back on what she describes as the 'worst season ever' for Moroccan citrus.
July 01 , 2014

The Hass Horn: U.S. avocado supply outlook – third quarter 2014

Avi Crane discusses an upcoming avocado season that he expects will put Peru in the top three suppliers to the U.S.
July 01 , 2014

Aussie stonefruit industry aims for November access opening in China

The Australian stonefruit sector has been actively promoting itself in China ahead of expected market access approval for nectarines.
June 30 , 2014

Inside New York's bustling, lock-tight produce trading hub

We take a closer look at the Hunts Point Terminal Produce Market - the largest of its kind internationally in terms of revenue.
June 30 , 2014

New unreported papaya disease identified in Ecuador

A new papaya virus has been found in Ecuador, but the man who discovered it says growers need not be alarmed just yet.
June 30 , 2014

U.S.: Florida citrus merger a 'slam dunk' in changing business environment

Two major Florida citrus companies will merge packing operations to better cope with HLB consequences.
June 30 , 2014

Cost efficiency gives Egypt an edge in Chinese orange market

Egypt's Mohamed Eldosouky discusses competition with South African oranges in China, and plans to open up the market to new products.
June 30 , 2014