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The Packaging Pitch: I love men! (as shoppers that is)
Lisa Cork analyzes some man-targeting packaging that the produce industry could take on board.
July 01 , 2013
Spain's Hortyfruta announces departure of managing director
Hortyfruta, an organization that represents hundreds of growers in Spain’s AndalucÃa region, has undergone major restructuring.
July 01 , 2013
Chile Prunes works to maintain markets with lower volumes
Chilean prune volume will be down by about a third this year, creating a challenge for marketers.
July 01 , 2013
Mexico focuses on food safety to keep up avocado exports
Mexico wants to keep its avocado sales growing in even the most demanding of markets, like Japan.
July 01 , 2013
Salad bars in schools bring "empowerment" to U.S. kids
In the first of a two-part series on produce for kids, we track the Let's Move! Salad Bars 2 Schools campaign that has taken the U.S. by storm.
July 01 , 2013
Grape nursery launches air-conditioned greenhouse in Peru
A new modern greenhouse in Peru's Ica region will allow for more timely grape plantations for the country's growers.
June 28 , 2013
Spanish citrus rattled by hail storms
Spanish citrus growers have requested government aid after storms sent a blow to late-season crops.
June 28 , 2013
Nematodes an important challenge for Peruvian grapes, says USDA
While Peru's grape exports have "skyrocketed' in recent years, the country needs to overcome nematode problems.
June 28 , 2013
U.S. Senate approves immigration, ag. labor reform
The approved U.S. Senate bill would reform the agriculture guest worker program and provide a legal path for workers.
June 28 , 2013
The Hass Horn: July-August 2013 North American avocado supply outlook
Avi Crane gives a rundown of upcoming avocado supply dynamics between the U.S., Mexico, Peru and Chile.
June 28 , 2013