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Chilean walnuts, almonds to crack new export record in 2012-13
Chile is set to continue its run of increased walnut and almond plantations and exports.
September 24 , 2012
Portuguese strike impacts 'very bad' for business, says fruit exporter
Containers full of pears are sitting and waiting in Portuguese ports due to strikes over austerity measures.
September 24 , 2012
Fruit Fanatic: the quest for the Engkala
Rolf Blancke describes the search for a rare creamy fruit that is being swallowed up by palm oil plantations.
September 24 , 2012
Philippine govt to trial new mango drying technology
A new mango drying technology is expected to cut costs for Philippine food processors.
September 24 , 2012
Australia expects lower mango crop
Australia's mango industry is in line for a more balanced crop for returns this year.
September 24 , 2012
Chile embarks on water stress monitoring program
A Chilean project aims to improve fruit quality through commercial scale water stress monitoring technology.
September 21 , 2012
Portuguese port strikes to continue
Portuguese port workers have responded to austerity measures with strikes set to continue through September.
September 21 , 2012
Slight growth for Costa Rican ag exports
Costa Rican pineapple exports rose in the year to August but banana shipments fell by a higher percentage.
September 21 , 2012
Vitamin C and beta-carotene may protect brain health
German researchers have found two antioxidants common in fresh produce may help ward off Alzheimer's disease.
September 21 , 2012
HortNZ 'pleased' with referendum votes to date
The fate of New Zealand's peak produce body is in the hands of growers who must vote by Sep. 28.
September 20 , 2012
