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Opinion: finding solutions for young farmers

Young agricultural professional Keron Bascombe reflects on what sets successful new farmers in the Caribbean apart.
April 24 , 2013

Citrus Australia expects higher orange, mandarin volumes

Australia's mandarin production is set to rise this year despite the impact of floods in Queensland.
April 23 , 2013

Peru: new technique for organic banana production

A new technique will be released at the end of the year in Peru to produce organic banana plants at a low cost.
April 23 , 2013

Opinion: why did Chilean grapes suffer in the U.S. market?

Isabel Quiroz reflects on the "foolishness" that overwhelmed the U.S. market with low quality Chilean grapes this season.
April 23 , 2013

Oppy introduces NZ red pear "Papple" to North America

Oppy's David Nelley talks about a "beacon" for the pear market and positives for Southern Hemisphere suppliers.
April 22 , 2013

Egyptian citrus exporter reflects on new markets

El Gebaly's Sherif Mezar gives insight into new opportunities for Egyptian citrus and the possible U.S. market.
April 22 , 2013

Colombia's growing avocado model

Colombia may be one of the world's biggest avocado producers but it still has a way to go in developing an export market.
April 22 , 2013

Tropical fruit growers join forces in Spain

Tackling fraudulent labeling and improving ripeness are two objectives of a newly formed Spanish tropical fruit association.
April 18 , 2013

Strong prices for Argentine pear exporters

Prices have been buoyant for Argentine pears in Europe this season while returns have been fairly similar in the U.S.
April 18 , 2013

Sunnyridge blueberry varieties now available in Peru

The Peruvian blueberry season may start earlier now that University of Florida varieties have been made available.
April 16 , 2013

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