Post Archive
South Africa: Capespan operating profit spike in H1
South African fruit company Capespan has recorded a US$3.1 million increase in operating profit in the first half of 2011.
September 19 , 2011
Brazil mango production up, exports to fall
The Brazilian Fruit Institute has forecast an uptick in mango production but the high real will likely push down exports.
September 19 , 2011
Peru: Camposol to become fresh produce multinational
Peruvian fresh produce company Camposol has plans to become a US$500 million multinational in the coming years.
September 19 , 2011
European crisis spells doubts for SA fruit exporters
South African fruit exporters have raised concerns about their prospects in Europe due to the debt crisis.
September 16 , 2011
Peru to triple pecan nut plantations in 2012
The Peruvian pecan nut industry is set to grow its plantation area by 333% in 2012.
September 16 , 2011
Aussie citrus growers looking for exit
The chairman of Riverina Citrus says many growers would sell up their farms if they could only find buyers.
September 16 , 2011
European avocado imports down 9%
European avocado arrivals are down 9% in the season to date, as South Africa and Peru make way for Israel and Spain.
September 16 , 2011
Antioxidant excess can damage health, says Mexican scientist
A Mexican scientist says eating too many 'super fruits' can have negative health impacts.
September 16 , 2011
RITS Traceability System launched in Peru
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lrLCrraC2k&feature=player_embedded[/youtube]
September 16 , 2011
Argentine Blueberry Committee expects earlier yield curve in 2011
The Argentine Blueberry Committee forecasts an earlier yield curve in Tucumán, while harvests are ahead in Buenos Aires.
September 15 , 2011
