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Former Cyclone Gita to hit NZ

The storm is expected to hit the north of the South Island and the south of the North Island on Tuesday.
February 19 , 2018

BerryWorld Australia sees opportunity to "shake up" raspberry category

"This landscape presents us with a chance to change the consumer's perception that Australian raspberries lack flavour and are too expensive," says Gavin Scurr.
February 16 , 2018

Q&A: Total Produce chief sees "exciting times" ahead with Dole deal

"Ultimately, you don’t necessarily need to control 100% of an organization from day one to start planning cooperation," says Total Produce chief executive Rory Byrne.
February 16 , 2018

Avocado imports overtake bananas for the first time ever in the U.S.

The country's total annual fruit imports have risen by close to US$6 billion since 2013.
February 15 , 2018

Australia: Montague starts Smitten-branded apple season

Developed by the same New Zealand institute that bred Jazz, Smitten is an early season apple that looks like Gala but is stripier and firmer fleshed.
February 14 , 2018

Australia creates cross-sector Horticultural Council

Issues including market access, seasonal labor, biosecurity, and digital technology adoption will now be dealt with collectively.
February 14 , 2018

Costa Rican Congress opens investigation into alleged organic pineapple fraud

Organic grower organization Canagro believes the allegations will implicate various members of the private and public sectors.
February 14 , 2018

Israeli researchers create 'superfood powder' from unwanted apples

With high levels of vitamin C, the powder is intended as a healthy alternative to sugar to sweeten soft drinks and as a natural nutritional supplement.
February 14 , 2018

New shipping connections boost Port of Antwerp's perishable volumes

Anticipating further increases, port service providers are currently expanding infrastructure and introducing innovative solutions such as blockchain technology and sustainable transport concepts.
February 13 , 2018

WAPA forecasts stable SH apple production, lower pear crop in 2018

The association is "cautiously optimistic" about the current campaign with low inventories and good quality likely to spark favorable prices.
February 09 , 2018