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Australia reports slower start to citrus export season amid changing supply windows

China’s investments in mandarin plantings have seen its season extend to overlap with Southern Hemisphere timings

Australian citrus takes health to the next level
Citrus Australia CEO, Nathan Hancock, tells Asiafruit how the industry body is putting a spotlight on the category’s health benefits, which go far beyond that of the well-known Vitamin C
South African growers recover from devastating flood disruption
Apple and citrus growers in South Africa’s Cape regions are getting back on track after catastrophic floods damaged roads, cut power supplies and halted harvesting
How Gen Z is reshaping the grapefruit category
As Gen Z consumers prioritise sustainability alongside health and wellness, the grapefruit category is repositioning itself for a new era
South African lemon deal will end ‘abruptly’ with higher volume
Citrus Growers’ Association updates export forecast after cooler weather and rainfall accelerate fruit development across key regions
Lidl’s new fruit and veg campaign tells kids to ‘play with their food’
The retailer wants to boost fruit and vegetable consumption among Dutch children with its new marketing initiative
Messe Berlin Americas and Mexico’s National Agricultural Council join forces
A new strategic partnership will help Mexican producers and exporters reach new buyers, diversify markets, and accelerate international growth

Growers call for Japanese authorities to investigate after reports Beni Princess saplings have made their way overseas