Post Archive
Ecuadorian project finds Black Sigatoka resistant genes
Ecuadorian scientists may be on the cusp of developing bananas resistant to deadly fungus Black Sigatoka.
October 09 , 2012
Dominican Republic plans to boost 'gourmet' mango exports
The Dominican Republic has high hopes for a new mango processing center for boosting grower incomes.
October 09 , 2012
Philippine banana industry losing US$2.8M per week
The Philippine banana industry says it is losing money but the government claims otherwise.
October 05 , 2012
Asian growth offsets Chilean fruit export dip
Chile's leading fruit representatives highlight the export shift to Asia and expectations for the coming season.
October 04 , 2012
Panama disease R4 'will not kill' banana industry
Bioversity International's Dr Gus Molina discusses research efforts to mitigate the spread of Panama Disease Race 4.
October 03 , 2012
Argentine blueberries take off for Miami
Argentina has shipped its first air freight blueberries for the season with fruit bound for the U.S. and the U.K.
October 02 , 2012
Snow and frost hit Brazilian apple crop
Brazilian apple growers were expecting a great year until unusual frosts hit orchards this week.
September 28 , 2012
SA fruit industry launches U.K. ethical promo campaign
South African fruit growers will emphasize the ethical aspect of production in a bid to increase U.K. sales.
September 28 , 2012
Ecuadorian govt takes aim at German banana documentary
The Ecuadorian government has accused a German documentary on its banana industry as "conspiring against jobs".
September 28 , 2012
Philippines looks to new banana markets amid Chinese debacle
Philippine banana growers are developing new market outlets following strict import measures from China.
September 27 , 2012
