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NZ investors bet on Kenyan avocadoes

Kenyan avocado farmers hope a New Zealand-backed factory will help boost exports to U.S. and European markets.
May 27 , 2011

Brazilian Congress approves new Forest Code

Brazil's new Forest Code has been called both a 'shame' and a 'victory for agribusiness and the environment'.
May 26 , 2011

Costa Rica pineapples record growth in Q1

Costa Rica recorded a slight uptick in pineapple exports in the first quarter while banana exports fell.
May 26 , 2011

Peru's organic banana exports rise 21% in Q1

Peru's organic banana industry has shown positive early signs in 2011.
May 26 , 2011

Mexican violence affects lime trade

Workers have been too scared to set foot on a major Mexican lime plantation area.
May 26 , 2011

Grape packing finished in South Africa

South Africa's Orange River region recorded the sharpest fall in grape production volumes this season.
May 26 , 2011

Southern Hemisphere apple exports to rise 4%

Brazil's apple exports are expected to fall dramatically this season, but this should be offset by growth in Chile, Argentina, New Zealand and South Africa.
May 25 , 2011

Argentina to promote blueberry reliability for U.S. and Europe

The Argentinean Blueberry Committee has launched its strategic plan for 2011.
May 25 , 2011

Kenyan politicians propose macadamia export ban

Five Kenyan MPs have called for protection of the macadamia industry from Chinese investors.
May 25 , 2011

Dominican Republic: fumigators furious over fuel permits

Fumigators in the Dominican Republic have warned new laws are delaying crop treatment.
May 25 , 2011

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