Asia and Oceania news archive – Page 6
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ArticleRobotic arm under development to automate banana de-handing
The A$2m research programme will use computer vision and machine learning to find an automation solution
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ArticleGenetically modified TR4-resistant banana approved for consumption
After 20 years of research QUT readies its QCAV-4 variety for commercial release following Australian government approval
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NewsPositive forecast for Zespri growers
Dan Mathieson says the group is reaping the rewards of efforts to lift quality and reduce costs, as well as strong consumer demand
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ArticleWoolworths CEO steps down after 13 years
Amanda Bardwell will take over the role in September
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ArticleAgrovision to start large-scale berry farming operations in China
Company expects first commercial volumes of domestically grown berries to be on sale in China in Q1, 2025
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ArticleChilean cherries push into India
Smoother logistics means fresher cherries for Indian consumers
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ArticleZespri preparing return to strong growth in kiwifruit supply in 2024
Kiwifruit marketer expects to ship 193m trays of New Zealand-grown kiwifruit thanks to improved growing conditions
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ArticleColes opens applications for next round of Nurture Fund
Businesses can secure support for projects that drive innovation and provide sustainability benefits
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ArticleWestfalia pushes further into Asian avocado markets
The company made solid gains in India, China and Japan last year
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ArticleEntries open for MOYA 2024
Australasia’s premier marketing award for the fresh produce and floral industries returns in 2024 as part of the Horticulture Awards for Excellence
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NewsTomra Food restructures to ‘get closer to its customers’
Streamlined regional structure will operate from three headquarters following the merging of Tomra Food’s fresh and processed business areas
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ArticleEcuador strengthen trade links with China
Rafitication of Free Trade Agreement will significantly boost exports of bananas and non-traditional fruits in the coming years
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NewsSweet red onions ‘could take over’ the category
Bedfordshire Growers sees big sales potential for its ground-breaking new variety with reduced pungency
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ArticleSouthern Hemisphere apple exports set to rise
The six leading apple suppliers in the Southern Hemisphere will produce more and export more as a group in 2024, but the story is different for pears
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ArticleT&G Global revises 2023 loss estimate amid insurance “complexities”
New estimate pegs pre-tax losses at between NZ$60m and NZ$67m
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ArticleIFPA leadership programme to focus on innovation
IFPA Produce Executive Program returns for its 22nd year this May
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ArticleDemand for premium Japanese fruit rises ahead of Chinese New Year
SATS Coolport optimistic cargo volumes will reach pre-pandemic levels
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ArticleBloom Fresh to license proprietary varieties in China
Breeder to support licensees and act against nurseries and growers who illegitimately use proprietary varieties and trademarks
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ArticleWestfalia’s first avocados to China due to arrive in March
Company says opening of market to South African avocados is an exciting development, as industry’s access widens in Asia
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ArticleApple & Pear Australia launches new IP development venture Twenty Degrees
Twenty Degrees to specialise in commercial development of branded fresh produce, integrating Apal UK subsidiary Coregeo and managing Apal trademarks including Pink Lady