Growers see Zespri 2010 returns increase

New Zealand’s kiwi marketer and exporter Zespri has reported an increase in average fruit and service payments made to its growers for the 2010 kiwi season.

October 25 , 2010

Australia appeals WTO ruling against limits on New Zealand apples

World body has 90 days to make a decision, trade between the two nations could bring structural changes to New Zealand's apple industry.

October 22 , 2010

Australian blueberry growers look to Asia

Proximity to Asia an advantage despite high labor costs producer says. First orders from India and China bring optimism for Australia's largest berry producer.

October 21 , 2010

Mexico’s food export value up 11.5% in first 8 months of 2010

Value could reach US $17 billion by year’s end, agriculture official says

October 21 , 2010

Chile's Southern Fruit hires new director to strengthen world presence

Chilean exporter adds Arturo Costabal, former marketing director at exporter Prize, as its new executive director. The company also acquired a new fruit center and renovated its packing equipment. In the future, it hopes to increase its export capacity to 4 million boxes.

October 20 , 2010

Peru: Processed mangoes represent 30% of fruit’s exports

Increased capacity transforms industry, association leader says

October 19 , 2010

Walmex income up 10% in 3rd quarter

Rise attributed to Central American stores.

October 15 , 2010

Chile blueberry season expected to produce some 66,700 tons in 2010-11 season

Favorable climate conditions for fruit growing this year should bring an excellent harvest in Chile that will follow growth trends seen in previous years

October 08 , 2010

Latest round of EU-Ecuador FTA talks end without agreement

The latest round of talks between delegations of the European Union (EU) and the Ecuadorian government detailing a free-trade agreement (FTA) ended Thursday without a final agreement