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Mexico citrus industry at risk of HLB spread, government officials say
500,000 hectares, 1 million jobs threatened by deadly “yellow dragon,” sanitary service director says
November 15 , 2010
Peru avocado production up 14.7% in first 9 months of 2010
Peru produced 148,900 metric tons of avocados from January to September, an increase of 14.7% over the same period in 2009, the Agriculture Ministry said.
November 15 , 2010
Mexico avocados represent 65% of week 44 sales in U.S.
Avocados from Michoacán, Mexico, accounted for 65% of sales in the U.S. during week 44.
November 12 , 2010
Argentina province extends hail insurance to fruit growers
Coverage against weather losses could help smaller producers with long-range planning.
November 12 , 2010
Chile Blueberry harvest still on track after rain
Heavy rains on November 7-8 stopped Chile’s blueberry harvest for one day but will only reduce the export crop slightly in the south of the country, according to the Chilean Blueberry Committee
November 12 , 2010
Chile cherry exports could double in 2010-11, USDA says
Chile’s cherry exports could double in 2010-11 because of favorable weather, more orchards and better productivity, according to a U.S. Department of Agriculture report.
November 12 , 2010
Turners & Growers Jazz apple payout won't be enough, growers say
New Zealand producers say they could lose $5 per tray in fourth losing season in the last six.
November 12 , 2010
Peru mango exporters seek new niche in U.S. market
Group awaits USDA approval to export bigger, precut mangoes to supermarkets, hotels, restaurants
November 11 , 2010
Peru white asparagus exports drop 16.6% in first 9 months of 2010
Fresh green asparagus posts 24.9% increase in shipments in the same time period
November 11 , 2010
Half of stonefruit in Argentina province damaged in windstorm
Wind gusts of more than 53 miles per hour on Nov. 7 devastated the stonefruit sector in Argentina’s San Juan region, with more than 50% of apricots, plums and peaches damaged
November 11 , 2010
