Post Archive

Peru's organic banana exports rise 21% in Q1

Peru's organic banana industry has shown positive early signs in 2011.
May 26 , 2011

Mexican violence affects lime trade

Workers have been too scared to set foot on a major Mexican lime plantation area.
May 26 , 2011

Grape packing finished in South Africa

South Africa's Orange River region recorded the sharpest fall in grape production volumes this season.
May 26 , 2011

Southern Hemisphere apple exports to rise 4%

Brazil's apple exports are expected to fall dramatically this season, but this should be offset by growth in Chile, Argentina, New Zealand and South Africa.
May 25 , 2011

Argentina to promote blueberry reliability for U.S. and Europe

The Argentinean Blueberry Committee has launched its strategic plan for 2011.
May 25 , 2011

Kenyan politicians propose macadamia export ban

Five Kenyan MPs have called for protection of the macadamia industry from Chinese investors.
May 25 , 2011

Dominican Republic: fumigators furious over fuel permits

Fumigators in the Dominican Republic have warned new laws are delaying crop treatment.
May 25 , 2011

Costa Rica: pineapple growers blamed for eco degradation

A Costan Rican tribunal has accused pineapple growers of degrading a protected wildlife refuge.
May 25 , 2011

Australian senator boycotts NZ tour over apple spat

Australian Liberal Party Senator Bill Heffernan has vowed to boycott a tour of New Zealand, after the country's apple industry refused his request to inspect farms.
May 24 , 2011

Chile apple harvest finishes

Chile's apple growers have recorded a 4% rise in production this year.
May 24 , 2011