Post Archive
Mexico's agriculture industry could lose $US3.7B from cold snap
Mexico's cold snap has destroyed around US$3.7 billion worth of agricultural crops, according to the country's National Rural Confederation (CNC).
February 15 , 2011
Chile reaches 80% of blueberry export targets
Chile blueberry exports were slightly higher in week 5 than expected, as the season reached 80% of its export forecasts.
February 14 , 2011
New Zealand cherry volumes 50% lower than expected
Summer rains have slashed New Zealand cherry harvest expectations in half, but record export volumes are still likely.
February 11 , 2011
U.S. importers' association assures ‘steady’ Mexican fresh produce supply
Low temperatures have damaged Mexican crops but U.S. importer assures buyers supply will be available.
February 11 , 2011
Argentine province gives farmers subsidies after strikes
Argentine province issues US$1.96 million in cheques, with more to come as a result of resolutions from last month's fruit industry strikes.
February 09 , 2011
Trans-Andean tunnel to pump water to Peru’s farmers
A 20km water tunnel in Peru has the potential to boost 38,000 hectares of new agricultural land.
February 09 , 2011
Peru hopeful U.S. will lift quarantine restrictions
The USDA is currently investigating the potential lifting of quarantine barriers for Peruvian fruits such as figs, prickly pears, papayas, passion fruit and custard apples.
February 08 , 2011
New hope for Australia's bananas after Cyclone Yasi
Despite losing 75% of crops the Australian banana industry will likely only lose half its value in the wake of Cyclone Yasi
February 08 , 2011
Peru port strike threatens fruit exports
Peruvian Exporters Association (ADEX) president says some businesses are resorting to air freight at three times the cost to keep customers.
February 07 , 2011
Guatemala to export exotic fruits and vegetables
Guatemala to expand its export market with exotic Asian and African fruit and vegetables
February 04 , 2011
