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U.S. importers' association assures ‘steady’ Mexican fresh produce supply
Low temperatures have damaged Mexican crops but U.S. importer assures buyers supply will be available.
February 11 , 2011
Argentine province gives farmers subsidies after strikes
Argentine province issues US$1.96 million in cheques, with more to come as a result of resolutions from last month's fruit industry strikes.
February 09 , 2011
Peru hopeful U.S. will lift quarantine restrictions
The USDA is currently investigating the potential lifting of quarantine barriers for Peruvian fruits such as figs, prickly pears, papayas, passion fruit and custard apples.
February 08 , 2011
New hope for Australia's bananas after Cyclone Yasi
Despite losing 75% of crops the Australian banana industry will likely only lose half its value in the wake of Cyclone Yasi
February 08 , 2011
Peru port strike threatens fruit exports
Peruvian Exporters Association (ADEX) president says some businesses are resorting to air freight at three times the cost to keep customers.
February 07 , 2011
Peru’s exports to U.S. approaching pre-economic crisis levels
U.S.-Peru trade agreements led to increase, USDA, Peruvian association say
February 04 , 2011
Panama’s food exports fall for second consecutive year
Melons and watermelons are among the products most affected, a government report says
February 04 , 2011
Chile’s grape harvest delayed by lower spring temperatures
Cooler weather slowed maturation of Chile's grapes in 2010, study shows.
February 03 , 2011
Argentine province offers zero-interest loans to farmers
Mendoza provincial government in Argentina has offered zero interest loans to support plum, apple and pear farmers.
February 03 , 2011
New Zealand discovers beetles in kiwi shipment from Italy
The fruit, which has been fumigated, is unlikely to spread vine-killing disease PSA
February 02 , 2011
