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Drought threatens Mexico's second largest apple producing state

Lack of water puts one of Mexico's key apple growing states at production risk.
March 06 , 2012

NZ: Avocado growers hope science will expand export markets

New Zealand avocado growers have high hopes about technology which will allow them to export beyond the Pacific Rim.
March 06 , 2012

Mexico develops mobile water filtration to protect strawberries

Mexico is pioneering a new mobile plant for irrigating strawberries with pollutant-free water.
March 02 , 2012

Brazilian researchers look at new packaging to double fruit life

Brazillian researchers are working on a new type of edible plastic covering which could double fruit shelf-life.
March 01 , 2012

African GM banana trial set to combat root-eating worm

New GM technology is to be tested in Africa in a bid to stop a deadly worm at the root of the continent's fruit losses.
February 29 , 2012

Market Pulse Week 8 - 2012

Chile's high quality blueberries commanded premium prices in the U.S.
February 29 , 2012

Argentine blueberry exports to Europe grew 18% in 2011/12

Argentina's blueberry charm offensive has paid dividends with increased European consumption.
February 28 , 2012

Opinion: Fruit Logistica a taste of what's in store for international markets

BerryBroad Juanita Gaglio gives a wrap of her experience of Fruit Logistica and some interesting discoveries.
February 24 , 2012

Peru's Cavendish Valery bananas boost exports

Peru's bananas prove an export hit in The Netherlands recording a 36% increase in shipments.
February 24 , 2012

Chile apple breeders hope for new variety release in 2017

A Chilean apple breeding program aims to offset the negative effects of club variety exclusivity.
February 23 , 2012

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