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APM Terminals gets final govt endorsement in Costa Rica

A US$992 million port project in Costa Rica could have a positive impact on the fruit industry.
March 22 , 2012

Nicaragua to launch first frozen fruit processing plant

Nicaragua is set to export mango cubes to the U.S. with the opening of its first frozen processing plant.
March 22 , 2012

Australia: Queensland horticultural traineeships gain recognition

Traineeships for Production Horticulture in Queensland at a Certificate II and III level have been officially recognised by the Australian Qualification Framework. The Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation (DEEDI), peak horticulture body Growcom and local growers associations such as the Bowen and Gumlu District Growers Association have worked together to have the skills […]
March 21 , 2012

Market Pulse Week 11 - 2012

Nectarine sales improved in the U.S. in week 11, but problems were reported in other markets.
March 21 , 2012

Get connected: Chilean kiwifruit special edition magazine set to go live

A unique opportunity to take part in Chile's first special edition magazine on kiwifruit is on offer.
March 21 , 2012

Chilean organic lemons attract growing interest in Europe

European importers are on the look out for more small to medium suppliers of organic lemons, claims ProChile.
March 21 , 2012

Variable weather hits Indian mangoes

One U.K. importer has seen mango prices double due to rough weather conditions in India.
March 21 , 2012

Drought delays Argentine lemon harvest

Argentina's lemon exports harvest will be delayed but the industry is upbeat on expected quality.
March 21 , 2012

SA table grape exports up 21% to date

South Africa has bolstered grape shipments to all market destination categories so far this year.
March 21 , 2012

SA farmers get behind police in fight against rural crime

South Africa's reservist force will return to its volunteer roots to tackle criminal acts against farmers.
March 20 , 2012

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