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CBS now prevalent in Tunisia, new study claims
CGC says this disproves South African assertions that the disease is unable to adapt to Mediterranean climate
Colombian banana exports to bounce back
After last year’s drop in shipments, the country plans to increase banana exports in 2024
Siza: farms can play big role in combatting climate change
The Sustainability Initiative of South Africa has become a household name in the South African and international fresh produce sector and plays a crucial role in the pursuit of sustainability
Italy sets high bar as exporters meet in Rimini
During the opening of Italy’s largest fresh produce trade fair Macfrut, the country’s agriculture minister called on the industry’s leading companies to build new demand on the world stage
New blueberry variety shows promising results for Camposol
La Chola characterised by high yield, firmness, large berry size and high brix
First Northwest cherry forecast predicts volume and quality increases for 2024 crop
Season tracking for an early start and finish with volume estimated to increase on 2023
Ukrainian blueberries show growth potential
Andriy Yarmak says that the country’s production and exports could increase if enough labour is available to pick the crop
Kissabel enjoys growth in Southern Hemisphere
The Australian campaign for Kissabel is set to continue until June to raise brand awareness, while efforts to expand the commercial window in Chile continue and South Africa prepares for the first tests in 2025
Italy can become leading berry supplier, says exporter
Continued introduction of new, licensed varieties will enable country’s soft fruit sector to sustain recent market expansion at home and abroad
Future-proofing Chilean citrus
Monserrat Valenzuela of the Chilean Citrus Committee, analyses the challenges and opportunities facing the sector
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Salix Fruits anticipates stronger summer citrus campaign
Southern Hemisphere volumes bounce back after El Niño, but company warns of crowded European market
High quality augurs well for Agroponiente’s melon campaign
Imanol Almudí, CEO of Almería’s Agroponiente Group, discusses the prospects for the new Spanish melon and watermelon seasons
Indian ag-tech start-up Superplum receives US$15m in series A funding
Hellman & Friedman senior advisor joins as Superplum chairman
Hass Avocado Board celebrates 12 new Bold programme graduates
Leadership programme completes third year with a new generation of leaders
Orsero Group and Molari family buy into berry joint venture
New partnership project called Frutti di Gil sees one of Europe’s largest fresh produce distributors make significant investment in Italy’s burgeoning soft fruit business
Greek strawberry producers make sustainability a priority
Sustainability is becoming a big focus in Greek strawberries, according to Alexandros Polydoropoulos, agronomist at producer Labidino, not least the responsible use of water
Westfalia Fruit celebrates arrival of first seafreighted Kenyan avocados in India
The company is the market leader in India and largest importer of avocados over the last two years
SanLucar receives Agriculture Award for Internationalization
SanLucar has been given the Award for Internationalization at Levante-EMV’s Agriculture Awards 2024, in recognition of its agro-industrial contribution to the social and economic development of the Valencian Community.
Zespri European sales season begins following delayed start
Arrival of second and third shipments kickstart sales after delayed start due to mice contamination
Sakata stands out
Group continues to showcase its commitment to leading in tomato breeding through innovation, offering a diverse range of products