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South Africa: Winds and hail hit banana, avocado production in Limpopo

A banana industry representative says prices could increase by up to 20% in the local market over the coming months due to reduced volumes.
January 31 , 2017

Peru: ProCitrus forecasts "similar" 2017 season

Weather conditions may however mean mandarins will have a different size on average.
January 31 , 2017

"Significant bewilderment" for Mexican exporters over U.S. situation

While a weaker peso could help compensate some losses, growers are very worried about the trade relationship between both countries and will look for alternative markets where possible.
January 31 , 2017

Trump and Putin discuss 'rebuilding trade and economic ties'

A Kremlin spokesperson says it is too early to talk about any deal on sanctions, but indicated the two presidents may meet before the next G20 summit in July.
January 31 , 2017

Opinion: How breadfruit became a staple food in the Caribbean - Pt. 1

Michael McLaughlin of the Trees That Feed Foundation tells the story of how the organization came to be and explains how the protein-rich breadfruit has benefited families all over the world.
January 31 , 2017

Freshmax CEO denies group is for sale

Peter Ellis claims reports of a sale are just "speculation" but he can "never say never to anything".
January 30 , 2017

Australian produce industry aims to lift veggie exports by 40%

The strategy would put growth rates much higher than a recent forecast made by IBISWorld.
January 30 , 2017

Naturipe calls for industry aid amid largest fires in Chilean history

"More help is needed - with the destruction of crops, farms and the livelihood of our extended growing family of growers all across various regions of Chile, it is pivotal that the produce industry as a whole stands together in sending aid and salvation," the company said.
January 30 , 2017

Chile: Fires almost extinguished in O'Higgins region

Firefighters are still trying to control 58 fires around the country.
January 30 , 2017

Chile sees lowest kiwifruit returns since 2011

Not only were returns 62% lower than during the 2014 season, but there appears to be a large gap between the average returns of different exporters.
January 30 , 2017