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Argentine lemons hit by years of underinvestment
Production volumes are projected to fall by 10 per cent in 2024/25
Chile advances toward a trade agreement with UAE
Deal would eliminate tariffs on 97 per cent of exports
Egypt reaffirms commitment to protect grape breeder’s rights
CAPQ will revoke export codes from companies in violation of these rights
Freskon 2025 opens its doors
With 275 exhibitors from 22 countries, organisers TIF-Helexpo says this year’s Freskon represents a “prime opportunity” to highlight fresh produce and strengthen commercial collaborations
IFPA unveils 2025 public policy agenda
Plan sets out bold vision for growth and greater access to fresh produce and floral
BelOrta launches Belgian Aromia cherry vine tomato
The Belgian cooperative’s launch of homegrown Aromia cherry tomatoes is part of its strategy to expand its premium segment and respond to growing demand for superior taste and localness
More Mexican avocados for 2025
Production and exports are expected to grow by 3 per cent and 5 per cent respectively this year
Trump’s tariff policy hits global container shipping bookings
Bookings down 48 per cent week-on-week following tariff chaos
Korean strawberries gain access to Brazil
New deal marks first entry into Latin America for the Korean fruit
Turkish stonefruit battles through cold spell
Turkish exporters anticipate a good cherry season despite an untimely bout of frost across various stonefruit regions, which has hit apricot and cherry production in some areas
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Zespri Europe anticipates another year of growth
Growth of 3.9 per cent is forecast across all varieties, with a focus on selling more fruit earlier in the season
Syria resumes exports of fruit and vegetables
Around 270,000 tonnes of produce was exported in the last two months
Murcian growers explore new opportunities in Canada
Proexport leads delegation taking part in this week’s CPMA Fresh Week trade fair
Freshfel sets out FreshProducePEFCR progress
At an event in Brussels, the organisation outlined the next steps for its implementation in the F&V sector
Candine closes a strong season in Asia
Ariane-Fuji cross is gaining momentum, particularly in Vietnam, on the back of marketing efforts from Blue Whale as the variety reaches 200 containers in the region
The US hikes China tariffs to 125 per cent
Announcement comes as Trump puts 90-day pause on most other imposed tariffs subjecting them to a baseline 10 per cent rate
Egyptian citrus faces rocky road to top
As Egypt’s export season reaches its close, high prices are encouraging many citrus suppliers to sell to domestic juicing factories instead of exporting, as the challenges mount
LatAm countries mull impact of Trump tariffs
As one of the region’s biggest exports to the US, fruit is in the direct line of fire
Cold prompts Turkey to halt lemon exports
A temporary ban on Turkish lemon exports was set to be introduced this week following the impact of a cold snap, but a postponement until 15 May was announced by authorities
Grupo Hijuelas-UQ tie-up to “transform” avo production in Latin America
Technology transfer will “exponentially improve” the yield and quality of avocado plant production