Post Archive

Austrade to boost reps in Latin America, Asia, Africa

The Australian Trade Commission is cutting back representation in North America and Europe to shift resources to emerging markets.
May 18 , 2011

High demand for small NZ apple variety

A New Zealand producer has teed up an apple that is 1.5 times the size of a golf ball.
May 17 , 2011

New financing instruments for Chilean farmers

Chile's BancoEstado has responded to farming industry calls for improved loan access.
May 17 , 2011

Peru's agricultural minister resigns

Peru's Agricultural Minister has resigned following allegations he ran an illegal poultry business that did not follow phytosanitary requirements.
May 17 , 2011

Chilean govt to support Pica lemons

Growers in Chile's Pica region, most famous for their lemons used in Pisco Sour cocktails, have received a technical assistance program from the government.
May 17 , 2011

Argentina-Brazil trade barrier saga continues

Brazil has responded to Argentine market entry delays by threatening import restrictions for some fruit and vegetables.
May 17 , 2011

Aussie pistachio industry to 'spray and pray' against disease

International pistachio growers will be watching how the Australian industry handles a unique anthracnose outbreak that has decimated crops.
May 16 , 2011

Reduced rainfall favors Brazilian tomatoes, grapes

Low rain levels and temperatures in Brazil's state of Sao Paulo have kept farmers optimistic for tomato and grape harvests.
May 16 , 2011

Mexican state expects record apple harvest

A Mexican apple-growing state is set to surpass harvest records from 1998, leaving growers concerned about storage capacity and market saturation.
May 16 , 2011

Reduced SA avocado crop struggles to meet E.U. demand

South Africa's avocado exports are expected to fall this season, while high E.U. demand means there's 'plenty of room' for competitors.
May 16 , 2011