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ArticleExtremadura backs new Picota campaign
The Spanish region of Extremadura is to fund a new promotional drive for Picota cherries in key European export markets
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EMR scientists in stonefruit combat
Scientists at East Malling Research have launched a sustainable combat initiative against aphids, brown rot, plum fruit moth and light brown apple moth to enable more UK stonefruit to be grown and sold locally.
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ArticleCTFA appoints new president
The California Tree Fruit Agreement has appointed industry veteran Gary Van Sickle as its new president
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UK success for Chilean cherries
Chilean growers and exporters have been enjoying a strong promotional presence on the UK market for their cherries.
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ArticleShort southern hemisphere supply keeps prices high
It has been an interesting season for southern hemisphere stonefruit, with a heatwave in South Africa reducing overall volumes and the Chilean campaign delayed across the board, both of which have helped keep prices buoyant in the UK. Laura Gould reports
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ArticleAustralian cherries shipped to Korea
The first ever consignments of Australian cherries left for Korea this week, as officials now target table grape access
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ArticleMehadrin lands FL Innovation Award
Visitors to Fruit Logistica crowned a device designed to remove pomegranate seeds made by the company Mehadrin Tnuport Export of Israel as the winner of the event's prestigious Innovation Award.
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ArticleOppy to market Orchard View cherries
When the Northwest cherry season begins in June, one of the US produce industry’s oldest and most experienced groups will gain a fresh outlook
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ArticleUK prospers as South Africa enters tough game
A tough market continued to struggle at the heart of the European season as the UK becomes a less attractive market due to currency issues. But an increase in volume and a promising pear market could yet see fortunes turn. Alex Lawson reports
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ArticleCanada invests in varietal development
New apple and sweet cherry varieties will help Canadian growers expand production and shore up competitive edge in markets worldwide
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English apple campaign raises new marketing ideas
This week’s English apple season relaunch must be good news for the industry, and in particular those growers who have
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ArticleMixed forecast for RSA stonefruit
South Africa's exports of plums and apricots are expected to drop this year, while nectarine and peach volumes could increase
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ArticleAustralian stonefruit looks to Russia
Australian stonefruit growers are exploring marketing opportunities in Russia in a bid to increase exports, but some are urging caution
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ArticleSouth African stonefruit strong
Capespan has reported a strong performance during the South African stonefruit season, with new cultivars and increased UK business bolstering it in a tough year.
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ArticleGrapefruit joins RSA campaign
The South African Citrus Growers’ Association (CGA) is joining forces with the country’s deciduous fruit and grape sectors for this year’s Beautiful Country, Beautiful Fruit campaign.
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El Roda reports strong grape year
Large-scale fresh produce exporter El Roda has reported a successful year, including strong performances on grapes and stonefruit.
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ArticleNZ cherry yields down slightly
Cherry growers in New Zealand’s Central Otago region are predicting slightly lighter cherry crops this year, but quality and taste appear good
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ArticleCalifornian cherry pioneer dies
The Californian cherry industry is mourning the passing of Al Gotelli, who died 25 November at his Stockton home aged 80
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ArticleFruit Patch names marketing head
Sheri Mierau is to leave her position as president of the California Tree Fruit Agreement on 1 January
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ArticleAustralian stonefruit looks to CNY
Chinese New Year timing means an abundance of Australian stonefruit will be available to markets for the festivities