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South Africa: Winter rains will be key for next pome fruit season, says packer
The situation is better this year in Grabouw, but Anton Müller of Kromco emphasizes the Western Cape needs "above average" winter rainfall to optimize grower returns.
March 28 , 2017
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Australia: Cyclone Debbie heading south of key banana regions
The forecast trajectory would mean Category 4 Cyclone Debbie is unlikely to wreak the same havoc on banana crops that Cyclone Yasi caused in 2011.
March 27 , 2017
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Russia market in sight for Rubens apple with Serbian grower on board
Delta Agrar joins the likes of VOG Terlan and Elbe Obst in producing the Elstar-Gala cross, but in contrast it has access to one of the world's leading import markets - Russia.
March 23 , 2017
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India: Apple orchards get makeover in Himachal Pradesh
An apple rejuvenation project in Himachal Pradesh has seen thousands of new plantings in a bid to breathe new life into the sector.
March 23 , 2017
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State of the Market - Week 11, 2017
Chile shipped its first Granny Smith apples of the season to the U.S. in week 11.
March 22 , 2017
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Chinese authorities detect Neofabraea fungus in Polish apple shipment
The development comes during Poland's inaugural apple export season to China.
March 22 , 2017
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Italy: Amazon Prime Now delivers new line of Fratelli Orsero exotics
The Italian group’s new premium exotics line includes avocado, mango and papaya.
March 21 , 2017
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China grants access approval for Costa Rican pineapples
The world's top pineapple exporter will now have access to the world's largest market by population, following a fruitful visit from Chinese inspectors last month.
March 17 , 2017
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NZ, Argentina sign agricultural cooperation deal
The hope is for the countries to work together on pest management, and help New Zealand become a "logistical hub for high-value fresh produce from South America".
March 17 , 2017
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Opinion: Taking responsibility from seed to plate
Greg Christian asks how communities and businesses would look if the produce industry worked directly with food preparers to serve delicious meals every time.
March 16 , 2017