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NZ kiwifruit profitability to fall by a third, govt report finds

The New Zealand government has calculated the impact Psa-V disease will have on kiwifruit profitability.
September 13 , 2012

El Niño effects still uncertain for South Africa

Northeastern South Africa's fruit farmers are hoping El Niño won't lead to a rain-starved summer.
September 13 , 2012

NZ: slight rise in T&G profits in H1

Strong exports for New Zealand company Turners & Growers helped raised profits in the first half.
September 13 , 2012

Canada: British Columbia's blueberry season finishing in style

British Columbian blueberry farmers expect the season to close in early October with a 15% volume rise.
September 13 , 2012

Weather lends a hand to Guatemalan bananas in 2012

Agrofruit's Bernardo Roehrs discusses productivity, social programs and Guatemala's improved weather for bananas.
September 13 , 2012

Market Pulse Week 36 - 2012

Lower demand led to price adjustments for Chilean and Mexican lemons in the U.S. during week 36.
September 12 , 2012

Peruvian mango industry 'optimistic' for upcoming export deal

The Peruvian mango industry has forecast a sharp uptick in shipments for the 2012-13 season.
September 12 , 2012

Digital pilot study to aid blueberry productivity in Chilean central valley

Chilean researchers have designed a digital system to improve blueberry productivity.
September 12 , 2012

Bolivia seeks new banana markets

Argentine trade restrictions have led Bolivia to look for new banana export destinations.
September 12 , 2012

Opinion: Biofortification is an obstacle to food justice

Bob Phelps talks about why access to a diverse diet is a better solution to addressing malnutrition than genetics.
September 12 , 2012