Post Archive
South African table grape exports up 20%
South Africa has significantly boosted its grape exports to Europe.
February 20 , 2012
Wet and cold weather favors lime production in Mexican region
It is hoped recent weather in Mexico's Tierra Caliente will prevent the spread of citrus greening disease.
February 16 , 2012
Chile: shipper CSAV records US$1.24B loss for 2011
Chilean shipper CSAV has cited oversupply as one of the reasons for its poor financial results in 2011.
February 15 , 2012
NZ: Zespri 'appears open' to one year Enza Gold export trial
Turners & Growers is optimistic for Enza Gold kiwifruit exports after a recent positive meeting with Zespri.
February 14 , 2012
GM crop hectares rose 8% in 2011
An ISAAA study found GM crop plantation area rose by 12 million hectares last year.
February 13 , 2012
Argenfruit firing workers in wake of price fraud controversy
More job losses are expected at Argenfruit where sales have fallen after price fraud investigations.
February 09 , 2012
U.S. West Coast in sight for Aussie litchi growers
Australian litchi growers are positive about U.S. export opportunities, but hope protocols are not too 'onerous'.
February 08 , 2012
Report finds European fresh produce consumption heading downward
Freshfel Europe has called for urgent action at all levels to stop the downward trend of fruit and vegetable consumption.
February 07 , 2012
How Pink Lady plans to build North America's 'most recognized fruit brand'
Pink Lady America expects the Maslin variety could be a game changer when more supply comes online.
February 06 , 2012
Chile's water woes to continue in 2012
Chile's fruit growers will need to work together in water management, with a dry period expected until June at least.
February 03 , 2012
