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U.S. authorities turning back Mexican limes
The shipments of Persian limes to the United States had been accepted without incident until Dec. 6, when U.S. officials started rejecting imports due to the presence of a disease called sweet orange scab
December 14 , 2010
Argentina ships nearly 4,000 MT of blueberries in second half of November
Total is 30% more than during the same period in 2009
December 10 , 2010
Most of Chile's blueberry growers switch to pint package
Higher-than-expected volumes in Chile’s central growing region have the majority of the nation's growers packaging pints as the harvest moves into its peak phase.
December 10 , 2010
Chile, Mexico agree to pest controls for grape, kiwi shipments
Pact sets new regulations for Chilean growers to export fruit
December 09 , 2010
Peru mango production grows 268.8% in 2010
Production for 2010 expected to set a new record, the agricultural ministry says.
December 08 , 2010
Australia could take up to 80% loss on melons, cherries due to rains
Continuing heavy rain in eastern and southern Australia has devastated crops. Apart from the fruit industry the nation's multibillion-dollar wheat industry also taking a severe hit.
December 07 , 2010
Chile raspberry growers eye new strategies ahead of 2010-11 season
Increasing demand internationally, developing new varieties and improving communications channels are key challenges facing the industry.
December 07 , 2010
Peru to see strong investments in blueberry production in 2011, exporter says
increased international demand and a higher selling price than grapes or avocado are the main drivers of interest in growing the fruit in Peru.
December 06 , 2010
Higher temperatures quicken Chile blueberry harvest
In new export estimates, the first export peaks will hit receiving markets in weeks 50 and 52, with about 5,700 metric tons each.
December 03 , 2010
Wal-Mart, Massmart agree to US $2.4 billion deal
If approved, American retailer would take 51% controlling interest
November 30 , 2010
