Citrus news archive – Page 2
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Disease and climate change slash Brazil’s orange output
Brazilian orange farmers are braced for their smallest crop in 36 years in 2024/25, as they grapple with the impact of climate change and citrus greening. According to research centre Fundecitrus and orange juice exporter association CitrusBR, the two main orange producing areas in the states of ...
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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
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Ailimpo joins forces with Aprifel and Fruit Union for new marketing campaign
‘Good Move From Europe’ encourages Millennials and Generation Z to eat more healthily and be more active
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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
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Coles launches recyclable paper packaging for mandarins
Coles replaces plastic net bags for Coles Unique Selection mandarins with recyclable paper alternative
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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
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Costa releases 2023 Sustainability Report
Costa adds five solar energy systems in Australia and implements more sustainable packaging
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Freshmax seeks strategic partner
Chief executive Murray McCallum tells Fruitnet the Australasian fresh produce group is well positioned for growth as it begins search for new partner
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Support offered to black citrus growers in Eastern Cape
A new R1.2m agreement will support the commercialisation prospects of black citrus producers and break down export barriers
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Podcasts
Fruitbox 105 · Dan Lepard, Food Writer
Chris and Dan discuss market segmentation and the opportunities for growers to diversify their businesses
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Moora Citrus Group up for sale
West Australian citrus grower lists orchard and packing facility for sale
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“Significant increase” in South African soft citrus crop
The country’s first seasonal forecast for soft citrus exports have emerged, with volumes pegged at 38m cartons
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Agrintesa merges with stonefruit and citrus specialist Osas
Company extends its production further south to secure new supply of products including Calabrian clementines and Ondine flat peaches
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Sunkist highlights start of California Star Ruby grapefruit season
National Display contest in the US this July will look to help retailers boost the grapefruit category by promoting flavour and health benefits
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New Costa CEO talks ownership transition
Marc Werner speaks exclusively to Fruitnet about Costa Group’s transition to new ownership and how it plans to leverage the change to accelerate growth
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The Alizza Fruit scoops Superior Taste Award
From this summer, the variety will also be available from South Africa
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WCO presents SH forecasts and elects new co-chairs
Sergio del Castillo and Badr Bennis replace outgoing chairs Justin Chadwick and José Antonio García
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JWM Asia sees mixed prospects for South African citrus
Lemons and grapefruit face challenging market conditions in Asia, but the outlook is brighter for oranges, says major distributor
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CGC denounces South Africa’s WTO action
Committee accuses South Africa of “threats and blackmail” towards the EU