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U.S.: Local, Italian kiwifruit fetch high prices
This situation will likely improve the prospects of Chilean exporters, who have seen a slower start to the campaign than last year.
April 02 , 2018
Argentina: Agricultural emergency declared in Salta after floooding
Rainfall caused three rivers - Pilcomayo, Bermejo and Teuco - in the key citrus-growing state to overflow.
April 02 , 2018
Camposol aiming to match Peruvian avocado volumes in Colombia, says CEO
Jorge Ramírez also says the main reason behind the company's decision to invest in Colombian avocado production is to achieve a year-round supply of the in-demand fruit.
April 02 , 2018
NZ: Zespri forecasts record kiwifruit volumes
This year’s New Zealand-grown crop is expected to be about 20 million trays, or 70,000 metric tons (MT), higher than last year.
March 29 , 2018
Indian Government eases apple import rules
The move could reportedly boost the availability of apples in the domestic market and help to lower prices.
March 29 , 2018
Colombia: Cocaine hidden in Hong Kong-bound mangosteen shipment
Authorities reportedly found nothing suspicious using X-ray scanners, but then decided to use check the shipment with sniffer dogs.
March 29 , 2018
Robinson Fresh partners with Verfrut to supply fruit to European market
Verfrut is one of the largest fruit growers in South America, with a range of fruit commodities produced across Chile and Peru.
March 29 , 2018
Ecuador takes steps to prevent TR4 incursion
Ecuador is taking steps to prevent the entry of Panama disease tropical race 4 (TR4) and also establishing emergency plans for if the fungus were to one day be detected in the country.
March 29 , 2018
First U.S.-bound Argentine lemon shipments to take place in April
Numerous lemons exporters are gearing up to collectively ship a 5,000MT-consignment to the market.
March 28 , 2018
U.S.: Locus AG "reinvents" local probiotic fermentation process to boost soil health, crop yields
The company believes growers may be able to use its products in the battle against citrus greening disease.
March 28 , 2018
