Post Archive
Researchers launch fruit antioxidant database
A Chilean research institution has followed suit from the U.S. in developing a database of antioxidant levels in different fruits.
September 02 , 2011
Chilean kiwifruit growers look to yellow varieties for success
The Chilean Kiwifruit Committee's production commission has outlined yellow varieties as 'essential' for the industry's future, but fungal disease concerns remain.
September 01 , 2011
Chile to plant new U.S. grape varieties
A leading U.S. fruit company expects Chile to start changing it's grape varieties in the near future.
September 01 , 2011
The promise and priorities of Peruvian horticulture
Asparagus, blueberry windows, pre-sliced mangoes and premium grapes were some of the hot topics at the inaugural Fresh Connections Peru.
September 01 , 2011
Mexican researchers to obtain avocado genome in 2011
Mexican researchers would like to combine criollo avocado flavor with thick Hass peels through genetic research.
September 01 , 2011
NZ growers await TPP plans this month
New Zealand's horticulture awaits to hear government intentions with the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) this month.
September 01 , 2011
Market Pulse week 34 — 2011
Domestic apple availability in Europe put Southern Hemisphere supply under pressure in week 34.
August 31 , 2011
Grape compound can reduce UV damage
Spanish researchers have found the flavonoids in grapes can be used to reduce the effects of UV radiation and skin damage.
August 31 , 2011
Chile's blueberry industry 'plagued' by old varieties
Chile's blueberry success may have more to do with quantity than quality, but one expert says new varieties are on the way.
August 31 , 2011
Australia rejects NZ apple lot
Australian authorities have rejected a New Zealand apple consignment due to a sighting of a potentially disease-carrying insect.
August 31 , 2011
