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Del Monte 3Q net income drops on Guatemala banana costs, exchange rates
An increase in costs associated with banana production in Guatemala due to flooding, a poor market in Europe and unfavorable exchange rates in producing countries hit Del Monte's bottom line.
November 03 , 2010
Growers association: Argentina blueberry returns risk losses if price drop continues
If prices of Argentine blueberries in the US continue to drop below US$ 18/ carton it is not profitable for the harvest to continue, a growers association said.
November 02 , 2010
Despite growth Peru exports to the US still below 2008 levels
The value of Peru’s exports have grown 30% between January and September but still lack far behind levels seen in 2008
November 02 , 2010
New Zealand growers urged keep Braeburn apples off the market
Growers of the Braeburn apple variety have been cautioned to keep market stocks low in 2011, and should even considered having all of next year’s crop processed as other varieties gain in popularity internationally.
November 02 , 2010
New mandarin variety developed in Cuba
Fruit that matures earlier and resists fungus will be sold in Cuba and exported to international markets
November 01 , 2010
Chile makes biggest gains in avocado exports to Japan
Chile had the biggest increase in terms of volume and value for avocado imported by Japan, compared with other countries, according to a market analysis by the Chilean Agriculture Ministry in Japan.
November 01 , 2010
Chilean shipments of stonefruit to increase 20% in 2010-11
With better weather in 2010, Chile is expected to ship about 200,000 tons, while South African exporters worry about the exchange rate, iQonsulting report says.
November 01 , 2010
South American demand for harvest machinery holds despite economic crisis
Despite the economic problems around the world, growers in South America have kept up a steady demand for machinery and tractors
November 01 , 2010
David del Curto takes 40% stake in grower led by Fedefruta president
After a year and a half of negotiations, chilean exporter purchased 595,695 shares of Agropecuaria Wapri, for about US$5 million.
October 29 , 2010
Early Argentine blueberry arrivals cause drop in prices
High volume, low demand and lack of promotion combine to cause lower prices, but overall shipping estimates for 2010-11 remain, Argentinean Blueberry Committee says.
October 29 , 2010
