The Packer - Issue of Dec. 8

Scanning the Dec. 8 issue of The Packer this morning ( a luxury not many of you share, I know) here is a quick rundown of some selected highlights this week.

Page 1

Produce may avoid 2009 export drop off: by Tom Karst
Looked at the USDA's trade projections and get some reaction from importers and exporters. South Korea has fallen down as an export market of currency problems, and importers are looking for quality control to bring consumer satisfaction.

Washington Apple names president: by Andy Nelson
Todd Fryhover, 46, is named to the post. Todd brings 25 years experience to the post and is expected to spend the majority of his time on export issues.

Spain's Almeria region looks across the ocean: By Jose Escobedo
Nice coverage from Spain's greenhouse industry, including a pic of of a facility exporting tomatoes on the vine to the U.S.

California strawberry volume keeps growing: By Andy Nelson
About 1.8 billion pound of strawberries expected in 2008, up from 1.7 billion pounds in 2007.


Page 2

Show touts south Europe agriculture: Jose Escobedo

Sen Chambliss win seen as good for agriculture: Tom Karst

Bonipak Produce names sales director: Brian Frederick

WTO again criticizes EU banana tariff policy: Ashley Bentley

Three sons take over Capital City Fruit: Andy Nelson



Page 3

Expect changes next year: Column by David Babcock

FDA food protection plan work in progress: Tom Karst

USDA hits roadblock for sliced apple program: Tom Karst

U.S. Defense Logistics Agency awards wholesalers service contracts: Ashley Bentley

CH Robinson expands to Corpus Christi



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FDA's progress report inappropriate: Edit

Food charities face hungrier times in rough economy: Larry Waterfield

Change of habit achieved by change of choice: Guest column: Don Goodwin


Sections:
Potatoes Marketing
Florida Tomatoes



Ads of note:


Front page ad by Stemilt: Pinata apples

Back page: Chilean Hass avocado

Other color ads:
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