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ArticleNew Sun World licences for US trio
Sun World has issued stonefruit licences to three California grower-packers who will soon be able to grow and market new peach, plum, nectarine and apricot varieties developed by Sun World International.
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ArticleWeather hampers South African shipments
Strong winds in Cape Town has played havoc with the shipment of South Africa table grapes and stonefruit.
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ArticleNew managing director at Univeg UK
The managing director of Univeg UK is to retire, to be replaced by a senior fresh produce figure.
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ArticleChile seizes opportunity
Less celebrated as a producing nation just over 50 years ago, Chile now exports more than 2.4 million tonnes of fresh produce worldwide and is climbing the production and export league tables. Elizabeth O’Keefe reports
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ArticleStonefruit sector hopes for winter sales turnaround
Stonefruit sales have taken a beating in the last year, with both value and volumes falling significantly. With the South African season moving into full swing, Elizabeth O’Keefe looks for reasons for optimism as producers hope for a year of sales growth
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ArticleSouth Africa unveils campaign plans
South Africa’s top-fruit and stonefruit industry has unveiled details of its winter campaign in the UK, at the beginning of what it expects to be a challenging year.
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ArticleChilean cherry exports soar
The global market is this season receiving record volumes of cherries from Chile where production is on course to almost double
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ArticleAustralian stonefruit well received in Taiwan
Australia’s stonefruit campaign into Taiwan got off to a perfect start following a successful promotional event to re-establish the fruit after a five-year absence from the country
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Fresca to sponsor Under 40s
Fresca has announced it is sponsoring the Under 40s Fruit Growers Conference this year.
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Article‘All go’ for Tasmanian cherries
Tasmania’s cherries have avoided significant rain damage, and are powering ahead with the harvest peak
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ArticleStonefruit kicks off RSA promotions
South Africa's 'Beautiful country, beautiful fruit' campaign is expected to face tough market conditions through the year
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ArticleCTFA streamlines operations
Californian body restructures, with casualties including director of marketing Gordon Smith
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ArticleA fresh start
The business landscape is set to change this year, with this month’s VAT hike marking the start of what is likely to be a tough 12 months. But what will 2011 mean for the fresh produce sector? Here, industry players reveal their predictions and aspirations
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Fruit looks to catch the eye in month of healthy eating
Catching the eye of the customer after the holiday has to be foremost in every section manager’s thoughts, particularly
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ArticleGrowth tipped for Argentinean fruit
Stonefruit and pear production in the northern region of Mendoza is estimated to exceed last season’s output
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ArticleSouth African campaign site revamped
South Africa’s Beautiful Country, Beautiful Fruit website has been revamped as the campaign moves into its third year.
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ArticleGood volumes predicted for NZ cherries
A bumper crop is predicted for the New Zealand cherry industry this season as South Island growers gear up for the start of harvesting next week
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ArticleRains dent Chilean fruit expectations
Cherries and blueberries are reportedly the two categories most affected by rainfall in the central-south regions at the weekend
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ArticleRain fails to dampen stonefruit season
Australian stonefruit growers have reported harvesting is progressing well despite media reports that the rains affecting many other sectors have hampered production
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ArticleAustralia cherries back on track
Exports of late Australian cherries to Asia are now underway after a devastating start to the season