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Chilean fruit exports to Latin America soar in 2018-19

Figures from Asoex show that fruit exports since September last year have risen by 10%, with Latin America overtaking the Far East as the number-two market.
May 24 , 2019

Washington cherries from Rainier Fruit - The taste of summer from the premium supplier

The prime growing conditions of Washington State create the perfect plump, juicy, and flavor-packed cherries enjoyed around the world and Rainier Fruit has long been a trusted brand that always delivers on quality and flavor.
May 23 , 2019

NZ now forecasting smaller apple crop than 2018 due to "unusual growing season", says T&G

T&G Global also says that Asia is in a "good demand position" due to the lack of Chinese Fuji and lessened EU and U.S. export carryover, which has led to firm sales.
May 23 , 2019

Mexico's apple tariff repeal to boost Washington's export season ending

"It will be great to end the year on a positive trade note with our largest market, and beginning the new crop year with open trade is an opportunity for a successful season," said the Washington Apple Commission.
May 22 , 2019

Apples in Charts: Honeycrisp, the queen of the U.S. market

Average prices of Honeycrisp apples have been far higher than the rest of the pack, as can be seen in the USDA data illustrated in our charts.
May 22 , 2019

U.S.: Record-breaking organic sales rise over $50b in 2018

According to the Organic Trade Association, changing social perspectives have contributed to this increase - Millennials are pushing for transparency and integrity in the food supply chain, resulting in a renewed interest in the USDA Organic seal.
May 20 , 2019

Mexico lifts tariffs on U.S. apples

The Mexican government announced the move on Monday morning, in what will be a major boost to the U.S. apple industry whose sales to the Latin American country have been heavily affected over the 2018-19 season.
May 20 , 2019

Agricenter S.R.L. named exclusive distributor of STK Botanical Biopesticides and innovative ‘Hybrids’ in Central America

May 16 , 2019

U.S.: Late season Ruby Frost apple variety gives retailers "distinct market advantage"

The variety performs best in terms of flavor months after harvest, right when other varieties are starting to lose their 'pop', says United Apple Sales' international account manager. 
May 15 , 2019

U.S.: Trump says "great patriot farmers" will benefit from trade war

His comments come as the U.S. Administration is looking into a larger farmer aid package to try and mitigate the effects of the trade war.
May 14 , 2019