Post Archive
Chile's blueberry harvest wraps up in north
Harvest in southern regions is in full swing with middle and late varieties
December 24 , 2010
Argentina pear and apple volumes to increase 23.9% in 2010-11
An increase in pears of 21.2% over last season and an increase of 26.1% for apples is expected for growers from Neuquén and Río Negro.
December 24 , 2010
Peruvian agriculture group to push avocados, mangoes
Association, formed in April, focuses on assisting small growers
December 24 , 2010
Chilean Fresh Fruit Association to launch TV ad campaign
The campaign will focus on images of Chilean “summer fresh” fruit and landscape and will also include an in-store radio program
December 23 , 2010
New Zealand Jazz, Braeburn apple growers seek ways to improve export returns
A weak dollar and tanking prices in Europe have growers looking to organize themselves better in order to improve the performance of their fruit.
December 23 , 2010
Peru aims for GLOBALGAP certification for organic bananas
Agriculture Ministry develops course for growers to increase competitiveness
December 23 , 2010
South Africa grape exports top 6 million cartons
Rain on December 16 shook up the harvest and packing of grapes in some areas as the season continues to move ahead of its traditional time frame.
December 23 , 2010
Peru asparagus importers look for new opportunities
The group is preparing a survey that focuses on consumer buying habits, the evolution of added value solutions and purchasing patterns.
December 22 , 2010
Export volumes of Chilean apples and pears to rise in 2011
Export volumes will increase over 2010 as new varieties compensate for frost damage inflicted in October, according to preseason estimates from iQonsulting.
December 22 , 2010
Climate helps, infrastructure hurts Peru’s produce industry, USDA says
Nation seeks to diversify crops, improve roads
December 22 , 2010
