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Russia blocks 300MT of produce re-exported from Belarus

The full force of Russia's import ban on sanctioning countries and Turkey could be felt in the first half of March.
March 17 , 2016

Bayer CropScience to expand food chain partnership in Asia

India is already the leading partner in a Bayer sustainable agriculture facilitation program, and now the German company aims to expand its footprint in China.
March 16 , 2016

French apple grower buoyant about long-lasting supply

Midway through the Blue Whale apple export campaign, supply and quality are looking positive with expectations for late varieties to last until the end of May.
March 15 , 2016

South African apple growers hope for rain as drought takes its toll

South Africa’s positive apple shipment forecast belies a more challenging situation with drought at home, which could get serious for next season if normal rains don’t return.
March 11 , 2016

South Korea sees record fruit imports in 2015

Avocados, mangoes, lemons, dates and grapes all saw record import volumes in the market last year.
March 10 , 2016

Gala leads U.S. apple category despite volume drop

Data for January shows retail sales were up for several varieties, including Fuji and Granny Smith.
March 09 , 2016

EU, Italy look to bolster produce exports with 'Freshness from Europe' project

The three-year campaign to bolster European produce will target the U.S., Canada, Japan, China and the UAE.
March 09 , 2016

How far have women come in Chile's fruit industry?

Two Q&As with Chilean fruit industry leaders show women seldom have much decision-making power, and traditional views on male and female roles persist in the country.
March 08 , 2016

New Zealand apple gains ground in U.S. market

Consumers have shown interest in the Pacific Rose's sweetness and crunch.
March 08 , 2016

Argentina sheds tax on organic products to grow exports

An export tax rate of zero was approved for all products considered organic under national law.
March 08 , 2016