Best Buys on American Fruit

摘要

Importers capitalize on U.S.-grown stone fruit, cherries, grapes and berries as optionsthroughout the Northern Hemisphere intensify. During the summer months, the entire Northern Hemisphere is actively growing frail. But United States-grown stone fruit, cherries, grapes and berries are hat commodities. As worldwide interest in these American fruit items broadens, importers need to understand the ins and outs of the market to maximize sales and profits. Reasons countries are drawn to the United States fruit market: Stringent mspection and grade/size standards unique to the United States; Consistent product quality, extended seasonality, and new fruit varieties; Improved shipping and handling techniques both in the United States and abroad; Value-added training services to assure proper handling for longer shelf life; Country-specific marketing, merchandising and promotional support.