Post Archive
Costa Rica's banana exports hurt by lack of rain
Banana export values and prices have suffered in Costa Rica following a lack of rain.
March 26 , 2012
Honduras to slice greater chunk of melon market in 2012
Honduras is expecting slightly higher melon exports and better prices despite last December's floods.
March 23 , 2012
SA citrus growers press Durban port operator for streamlined service
South African citrus exporters are keen to prevent shipment delays caused by Durban port's forthcoming upgrade.
March 23 , 2012
Fungi to hit Peruvian mango and lemon production in 2013
Peru's mango industry is having a tough run with mold problems expected to impact the 2013 crop.
March 23 , 2012
Jackfruit hunting
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March 23 , 2012
Chile looks to offset blueberry losses with volcanic soil research
Studies have shown shown southern Chilean growers are losing blueberry crops due to inappropriate fertilization.
March 23 , 2012
Opinion: the 'huge potential' for Chilean fruit in India
An FTA could make India "capable of consuming all of Chile's produce", says a leading fruit importer.
March 23 , 2012
U.S. GM transparency petition edging towards one million mark
A GM labeling petition in the U.S. has garnered strong support as an FDA deadline beckons.
March 22 , 2012
NZ: Zespri to license Gold3 kiwifruit after positive test results
Zespri says the new variety G3 kiwifruit has a similar taste profile to the commercially successful Hort16A.
March 22 , 2012
Ecuador set to have a national banana export company
Ecuador's president wants to create a national banana export company to help protect small producers.
March 22 , 2012
