Australia: Coles Eyes Farm Investments For Fresher Fruit

Mango and strawberry lovers might have reason to smile, with supermarket giant Coles flagging investments in farms to extend the selling seasons of popular produce.

Coles managing director John Durkan says it wants to make more investments to reduce the amount of time popular fruit and vegetables are out of season in Australia.

Investments in shade cloth covers for two strawberry growers in Victoria and WA had extended the season, delivered better yields for the farmers, and ensured more Australian strawberries for Coles, Mr Durkan said.

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