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Mexican lime sector hopes for better winter season

A substantial fall in volumes may not sound ideal, but this is exactly what Mexico’s lime sector is hoping for in the coming months.
January 02 , 2013

Argentina forecasts stronger 2013 grape season

After a year of hail damage, Argentina projects 29% growth for national grape output.
December 31 , 2012

Pest alert system sounded for northern Peruvian growers

Authorities in northern Peru want to help growers avoid losses through new pest and disease alert technology.
December 31 , 2012

2012 Year in Review - Second Half

At Fresh Fruit Portal we give a snapshot of the top stories that made headlines in the second half of 2012.
December 31 , 2012

Chilean ag minister to push ahead temporary worker scheme

Chile's fruit industry has responded positively to government claims it will speed up a bill to bring flexibility to agricultural labor.
December 31 , 2012

First Chinese plum genome sequence shines light on fruit development

Better understanding of Prunus mume could help breeders improve future Rosaceae family fruits.
December 31 , 2012

U.S. East and Gulf Coast port strike averted

The ILA and the USMX have finally reached a truce to avoid disruptive strikes this weekend.
December 28 , 2012

Farmer complaints prompt audits for India's produce committees

India's Agricultural Produce Marketing Committees may be asleep on the job, farmers claim.
December 28 , 2012

General Mills to boot strawberries off of Fruit Roll-Ups label

General Mills will need a redesign for its Strawberry Fruit Roll-Ups labeling to clarify fruit content.
December 28 , 2012

Argentina: Patagonian pome fruit harvest kicks off

Argentina's INTA has released the season's pear and apple harvest calendar.
December 28 , 2012

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