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Dutch produce industry forecasts €600M loss from Russian ban
A Dutch industry representative says the Russian ban is the worst thing to happen to the European produce sector since the E. coli outbreak.
August 07 , 2014
Varieties, productivity at core of likely bumper Washington State apple crop
A key U.S. apple grower group expecting a bumper crop says consumers are 'looking for a different experience'.
August 07 , 2014
Russia: Putin signs decree to ban ag products from sanctioning countries
While the wording is vague, one thing is certain - a decree signed today by Vladimir Putin will mean bans on a range of agricultural goods from the West.
August 06 , 2014
Coca Cola untaps US$5B for African investments
Fruit farmers in Kenya, Nigeria and Malawi are expected to benefit from Coca Cola's expansive 'Source Africa' initiative.
August 06 , 2014
Polish talks address compensation over Russian produce ban
The Polish Government estimates losses from Russia's produce embargo could amount to €500 million.
August 05 , 2014
The Packaging Pitch: using packaging to sell the sizzle
Marketing expert Lisa Cork was impressed with produce packaging during a recent visit to London.
August 01 , 2014
U.S. improves apple trade with Indonesia but 'insignificantly'
A U.S. Northwest Horticultural Council representative discusses the state of trade barriers with Indonesia and China at the moment.
August 01 , 2014
Opinion: a call for agreement between Russia and Poland
Irina Koziy gives the lowdown on the different implications of Russia's recent ban on many Polish crops.
July 31 , 2014
Costa Rican pineapple trade sails ahead of bananas
Costa Rica's pineapple exports could hit US$900 million this year, as they grow 12.7% year-on-year.
July 31 , 2014
Russia whacks temporary ban on a raft of Polish produce items
After much speculation, Russian authorities have finally acted. Polish apples and a range of other produce items are now banned.
July 30 , 2014