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Agronometrics in Charts: The economic landscape of Chile’s agriculture sector
Chile's agriculture industry stands at a crossroads in 2024, grappling with both challenges and opportunities.
February 27 , 2024
Banana shipment leads to UK’s largest cocaine seizure on record
The estimated street value of the shipment is thought to be around £450 million or US$570 million.
February 27 , 2024
UNITEC Group presents latest advances at Fruit Logistica
The company's booth at Fruit Logistica showcased a diverse range of solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of fruit and vegetable producers, packers, and distributors worldwide.
February 27 , 2024
Global Avocado Summit 2024: Avocado Day is back
The Chilean Avocado Committee and Yentzen Group are preparing a renewed version of the traditional meeting, this time with a strong focus on the sustainability of the industry.
February 26 , 2024
Sweet Cott: Les Domaines Agricoles' newest citrus launch
Citrus breeder Les Domaines, known for the Nadorcott mandarin, is catching the attention of consumers, retailers, and producers with its latest creation: Sweet Cott. Released Feb. 8 at Fruit Logistica, Sweet Cott stands out for its taste and quality. This late-season variety is aimed at elevating the standards for easy peelers. Originating from a cross […]
February 26 , 2024
Bloom Fresh announces the appointment of Josep Jove Estiarte to Interim Chief Executive Officer
PRESS RELEASE The board of Bloom Fresh International (BLOOM), the world's leading premium fruit-breeding company specializing in table grapes, cherries, and raisins, has appointed Josep Jove Estiarte, the Chief Innovation Officer, as interim CEO. Kenneth Avery has stepped down as CEO following his six-month tenure, which began with the acquisition of International Fruit Genetics (IFG) […]
February 26 , 2024
Zespri stands by auspicious 2024 export forecast
CEO Dan Mathieson says the company has been able to leverage challenges in the market to secure greater value and offset losses.
February 26 , 2024
Peru expects to recover blueberry volumes in 2024
In 2023, the north of Peru, between La Libertad and Lambayeque, where most of the planted areas are located, was the area most affected by the El Niño phenomenon, with serious consequences on plant productivity.
February 26 , 2024
How New Zealand is reevaluating its food import system to protect consumers
Following an alarming spike in Hepatitis A cases, a Parliament-led audit unveiled unexpected flaws in New Zealand’s food import system that had left consumers vulnerable.
February 23 , 2024
Advanced Berry Breeding unveils raspberry varieties at Fruit Logistica
The new cultivars aim for year-round, high-yielding production, and a longer shelf-life.
February 23 , 2024



