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Colombia's banana losses prompt government aid
Despite floods, Colombian banana growers only expect 3% annual production fall.
January 24 , 2011
Ecuador bananas can sell for US$5.69 per carton after objections from growers
Fixed price of US$5.50 was based on lighter cartons, government says
January 24 , 2011
South Africa grape shipments fall in week 2
South Africa records significant rise in exports to Asia, but total exports down from last year.
January 24 , 2011
Southern Hemisphere pear exports to rise 7.7% in 2011
Poor climate conditions could affect Argentine pear crops, but the country's exports are expected to rise 7.9%
January 24 , 2011
Mexico's avocado production down 6% in 2010
Preliminary figure of 1.1 million metric tons reflects bad weather early in the year
January 21 , 2011
South Africa’s Massmart shareholders OK Wal-Mart takeover
Country’s labor unions threaten boycott as deal heads to government commission
January 21 , 2011
South Africa’s flood may cost growers US $145 million
Producers of grapes, corn and sunflower are hardest hit in deluge that has killed at least 40
January 21 , 2011
Mexico to gain from Florida’s $273M crop damage
Florida's pain could be Mexico's gain as industry groups expect increased exports to the U.S. state.
January 21 , 2011
Argentina boosts blueberry exports by 42%
With strong sales in the European Union, the U.S. and rapid growth in Asia, Argentina's blueberry exports skyrocketed during the 2010-11 season.
January 21 , 2011
Argentina's fruit producers accept government help and lift blockades
One Argentine union has formed a pact with the government, while others continue to protest.
January 20 , 2011
