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Australia's almond crops drowning in Victoria
Australa's almong-growing region of Sunraysia is inundated with water, leaving farmers in a desperate situation to recover what they can.
February 14 , 2011
Five countries unite under International Pome Fruit Alliance in Berlin
The International Pome Fruit Alliance (IPFA) has been officially formed at Fruit Logistica in Berlin, with opportunities for participating companies to share varieties and arrange royalty schemes.
February 14 , 2011
Chile reaches 80% of blueberry export targets
Chile blueberry exports were slightly higher in week 5 than expected, as the season reached 80% of its export forecasts.
February 14 , 2011
Mexican opposition party to vote against FTA
Mexico's PRD party has joined the country's agricultural industry in a chorus of dissent against a proposed free trade deal with Peru, Brazil and Colombia.
February 14 , 2011
Uruguay drought leads to smaller citrus fruits
A lack of rain this summer in Uruguay is expected to lead to smaller citrus fruits, as a local agricultural investigation institute advises farmers to check their filters and drip systems to conserve water.
February 14 , 2011
Peru-Japan FTA to boost trade by $5B in 2011
Peru's lucrative export market to Japan is about to get bigger with an FTA on the cards for June, which is set to boost trade by $5 billion.
February 11 , 2011
Uganda to promote agricultural entrepreneurs
Uganda's fruit industry may be small but the country's investment agency has big plans for agricultural entrepreneurs, as foreign entities continue to invest in the African country.
February 11 , 2011
New Zealand cherry volumes 50% lower than expected
Summer rains have slashed New Zealand cherry harvest expectations in half, but record export volumes are still likely.
February 11 , 2011
Australia's cyclone-damaged bananas to be sold
Mature cyclone-damaged bananas have been approved for sale certification in Australia.
February 11 , 2011
U.S. importers' association assures ‘steady’ Mexican fresh produce supply
Low temperatures have damaged Mexican crops but U.S. importer assures buyers supply will be available.
February 11 , 2011
