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Argentine region records 20% grape shortfall
The Argentine province of San Juan has recorded a 20% fall in its table grape harvest compared to initial expectations this season.
March 22 , 2011
Ecuador could nationalize banana exports
Ecuador's president has vowed to assist banana growers who have been 'abused' by exporters, while the country also aims to boost its presence in South Korea.
March 22 , 2011
Chile supplies markets with early kiwifruit
The Chilean Kiwifruit Committee has highlighted plans to expand growing operations in the next three years, with a variety that can capitalize on timing gaps in supply to the Northern Hemisphere.
March 22 , 2011
U.S. politicans pledge Colombia FTA support
U.S. politicans and officials have pledged support for a Colombian free trade agreement (FTA) signing in the 'near future'.
March 22 , 2011
Australian mango and grapefruit farms for sale
The future of around 14,000 hectares of mango and red grapefruit plantations in Australia is uncertain, as receivers look to sell the horticultural properties of failed investment company Rewards Group.
March 22 , 2011
Peru's frozen strawberry exports rise 155%
Peru recorded rapid growth in frozen strawberry sales to the U.S., Belgium, Japan and Germany in January and February.
March 21 , 2011
Indonesia and Pakistan sign agricultural MoU
Agricultural universities from Indonesia and Pakistan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to increase horticultural opportunities in a combined market with 400 million people.
March 21 , 2011
Poor avocado harvest cuts profit for Kenyan company
Kenyan tea and fruit company Kakuzi has recorded a net profit after tax of US$3.69 million (311 million shillings) for the 2010 calendar year.
March 21 , 2011
Kiwifruit PSA found in Chile
The kiwifruit vine-killing disease PSA that broke out last year in New Zealand and Italy has now spread to Chile.
March 21 , 2011
Latin America prepares for 'draconian' U.S. food safety laws
While the FDA is developing tougher food safety laws, Latin American experts believe producers who prepare themselves will gain the upper hand over competitors.
March 21 , 2011
