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U.S. suspends avocado imports from Mexican town

Safety is the main driver behind a USDA decision to temporarily halt avocado imports from a town in northern Mexico.
November 28 , 2013

Europe: year's end brings high volume and low prices for grapes

Brazil has European grape markets full at the moment. Chile, however, should find a more open market in 2014.
November 28 , 2013

Banana odor affected by post-harvest treatment, Brazilian study finds

A Brazilian scientist has revealed insights into how cold temperatures and chemicals can affect banana smell and color.
November 28 , 2013

Market Pulse Week 47 - 2013

Brazil was taking more market share in the U.S. grape market in week 47.
November 27 , 2013

European authorities tackle new pest in Italy

The European Food Safety Authority is taking steps to handle the first field outbreak of Pierce's disease in the European Union.
November 27 , 2013

U.S.: Nicaraguan dragonfruit appeals to shoppers on a budget

Nicaraguan dragonfruit hit the U.S. market for the first time this year, creating price competition for Vietnam.
November 27 , 2013

California-China citrus agreement nears final stages

After losing market access in April, California citrus may once again be welcome in China.
November 27 , 2013

South Africa: apples and pears bear brunt of flood damage

Initial flood damage estimates indicate lower apple and pear exports from South Africa's Western Cape.
November 27 , 2013

Customs strikes cause delays for Chilean fruit exports

A Chilean customs strike is delaying air freight fruit shipments, but the extent of the impact is under contention.
November 26 , 2013

Walmart chooses McMillon as next CEO

Wal-Mart has gone shopping at home to pick its new CEO, who will start in the top job in February.
November 26 , 2013