Post Archive
Mexican growers bet on rambutans for export growth
Fruit growers in the Mexican state of Chiapas are finding increased opportunities in exporting rambutans to the U.S.
August 31 , 2011
Peru releases 2011-12 mango forecast
A mango oversupply in previous seasons has led Peruvian growers to forecast lower production in 2011-12, with a higher incidence of malnourished fields too.
August 30 , 2011
Positive response for upcoming Chilean networking event
Fedefruta president Antonio Walker says 60 importers have already confirmed attendance at networking event FRUITTRADE on Sept. 28-29 in Santiago, Chile.
August 30 , 2011
NZ: pest costs potato industry US$101M
New Zealand's potato industry is 'on the cusp of crisis' in handling a pest that has cost more than US$100 million since 2006.
August 30 , 2011
South Australian ag minister hails retailers anti-NZ apple stance
South Australia's agriculture minister says the decision taken by Woolworths and Coles not to stock New Zealand apples is 'commendable'.
August 30 , 2011
Ecuador to give US$2 subsidy per banana bunch
Ecuador will pay US$15 million in subsidies to banana growers to help alleviate the pains of low international prices.
August 30 , 2011
South African fruit fly eradication program continues
Fruit fly eradication schemes in the South African province of Limpopo are expected to continue for at least another six weeks.
August 29 , 2011
Honduran banana exports stagnant on the margins
A lack of trade agreements has pushed Honduras to the margins of the global banana market.
August 29 , 2011
First Peruvian avocado arrivals confirmed in the U.S.
The first arrivals of Peruvian avocaodes in the U.S. have been officially confirmed.
August 29 , 2011
Argentina expects 10% rise in blueberry production
The Argentine blueberry industry is on track for a 10% rise in production, but growers are struggling to make ends meet.
August 29 , 2011
