All articles by Gill McShane – Page 84
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ArticleFinancial crisis to curb Peru growth
The country’s agro-export sector will experience a slowdown this year as a result of the global economic downturn
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ArticleKroger expands Fresh Fare concept
The US retailer plans to open a second Fresh Fare outlet in southwest Ohio which will stock more perishable items
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ArticleFinal COOL regulation imminent
Thursday’s publication of the USDA’s final rule will conclude the rulemaking process for the mandatory country of origin labeling program
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ArticleSupervalu to close stores
US supermarket giant Supervalu is reportedly to close 50 stores after experiencing a significant loss during the third quarter
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ArticleRainforest Alliance certifies Chilean grapes
Table grape supplier Dayka & Hackett has announced it will exclusively market the new sustainable line in the US
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ArticleUS-Canada on border trade alert
A Canadian produce organization has alerted members to potentially fraudulent cross-border transactions after a spate of complaints
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ArticleDoug McMillon joins Wal-Mart
The retail group has named Doug McMillon its new president and CEO of the company’s international operation as of February
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ArticleHigh food prices to persist
Economists suggest US food retail prices may not decrease significantly for some time this year despite a slight drop during the last quarter of 2008
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ArticleUS signals green light for Peru avocados
More than eight years after Peru’s request, the USDA has formally proposed granting entry to the South American country’s Hass avocados
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ArticleChile unveils biggest-ever stand
The Chilean fresh fruit industry claims to have raised the bar in terms of size, functionality and design with its biggest-ever pavilion at Fruit Logistica 2009
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ArticleMelon oversupply predicted for spring
A prolonged rainy season in Central America could lead to an oversupply of melons in March as growers work to make up the shortfall
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ArticleCalifornia Giant adopts value focus
As US consumers face an uncertain economy, the berry giant is positioning its fruit as an essential health item with value for money
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ArticlePlump Costa Rica appoints new head
The exotic fruit grower-exporter this week welcomes Pablo Castro to the team
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ArticleNew portal for Chilean info
The news site is designed to help Chilean industry members to make informed decisions and assist in the daily management of their business
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ArticleFresh & Easy launches produce packs
The retail group is offering cheap fresh fruit and vegetable packs to help US consumers eat healthily during the recession
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ArticleWalmart expands local store network
The retailer’s Neighborhood Market concept is gaining pace across the US, offering consumers Walmart value in a smaller, local store format
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ArticlePeruvian citrus exports hit record
Citrus shipments from the South American country rose to a record US$40m in value last year
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ArticleNMB readies for busy 2009
The National Mango Board has chosen new officers for the year ahead as well as approved budgets and marketing programs
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ArticleCosta Rica joins CAFTA-DR
Costa Rica has this month officially entered into a free trade agreement with the US
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ArticleUnited Fresh welcomes industry leader
Based in the Pacific Northwest, Dan Vaché is UFPA’s new vice-president of supply chain management