Post Archive
Argentine province in hot water over contamination
A US$1.17 billion lawsuit has been launched against Aguas del Norte, along with the municipal and provincial governments of Salta.
April 28 , 2011
Market Pulse week 16 — 2011
New Zealand kiwifruit arrivals were not yet registered in Japan, while the first imported Packham’s T pears were traded in the U.S.
April 27 , 2011
HLB disease could affect 60% of Mexico's citrus industry
Citrus greening disease could spread to 330,000 hectares of Mexican citrus crops if action is not taken, says SENASICA.
April 27 , 2011
Agroecological tomato practices cut costs by 84%, Brazilian study shows
A Brazilian agronomist has found pesticide-free agroecological tomato production can reduce costs by 84%, but with lower yields.
April 27 , 2011
Peru plans grape shipments to Australia
Chile's grape debacle with Australia hasn't stopped Peru's industry opening up market access discussions.
April 27 , 2011
Fruit piracy in Chile: protecting local IP
Fruit piracy has become widespread in Chile and poses a threat to the country's image, as well as incentives for local variety breeders.
April 27 , 2011
Palm oil tax cuts again for Indonesia
The Indonesian Government has cut tax rates for shipments in May, representing a 30% rate cut over a two-month period.
April 26 , 2011
Burundi banana blight breakout
An outbreak of banana blight disease in five of Burundi's 17 provinces has raised alarms over food security.
April 26 , 2011
Drastic cuts expected for NZ Braeburn apples
New Zealand is shifting its focus to Asian variety apples to offset the effects of high exchange rates with Europe and North America.
April 26 , 2011
Productivity hurdle for Uruguay's blueberries
Uruguay's blueberry industry is still behind in the productivity stakes despite rapid export growth.
April 26 , 2011
