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Peru's ag exports rose by almost a quarter in 2011

Peru's agricultural exports passed the US$4 billion mark in 2011, driven by rapid growth for horticultural goods.
January 04 , 2012

South Africa's pomegranate industry is taking root

South Africa's nascent pomegranate export industry is set to grow by 25% next year.
January 03 , 2012

Argentina's blueberry hotspot closing with increased volumes

Blueberry production and quality was up in Argentina's blueberry heartland of Tucumán in 2011.
January 02 , 2012

Chilean agricultural minister resigns

Chile has appointed hard-hitter Luis Mayol as agricultural minister.
December 30 , 2011

Australia and South Africa get U.S. litchi export green light

Australia and South Africa are a step closer to sending litchis to the U.S.
December 29 , 2011

Pear oversupply in Europe poses SA export challenge

South Africa is expecting a good pome fruit crop but is looking for alternative markets to Europe for its pears.
December 28 , 2011

Peru sends first mangoes to Japan for the season

Peru's weekly mango exports have more than tripled since the start of December.
December 28 , 2011

NZ research suggests Psa outbreak may have come from China

New Zealand researchers have found pollen and Italian fruit are unlikely causes of the country's Psa-V outbreak.
December 27 , 2011

Brazil on track for historic quality apple crop

Brazil's apple industry suffered from hail and high exchange rates in 2011, but 2012 is looking brighter.
December 26 , 2011

U.S. Scientists discover avocado seeds could be a valuable asset

New research shows avocado seeds could be used as a natural colorant.
December 23 , 2011

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