Water issues to dominate 2011 citrus agenda in Australia

Water is a key issue along with other areas such as funding for research and development, biosecurity, market access and “truth in labeling."

December 30 , 2010

South American Mango shipments to the US to fall in 2010-11 season

Peru will drop 12% compared to the previous season while a slight increase is expected from Ecuador.

December 29 , 2010

Mexico citrus exports to hold steady, USDA says

The harvest of Mexican oranges, lemons, limes and grapefruits will produce slight gains in volumes in 2010-11 but exports will likely hold at current level, according to the USDA.

December 27 , 2010

Guatemala fruit exports expected to rise 5.6% in 2011

Sales in 2010 expected to drop due to rains that delayed harvests, damaged infrastructure

December 27 , 2010

Export volumes of Chilean apples and pears to rise in 2011

Export volumes will increase over 2010 as new varieties compensate for frost damage inflicted in October, according to preseason estimates from iQonsulting.

December 22 , 2010

South Africa water pollution a risk for exporters

According to a report, the level of water pollution is high enough that fruit and vegetable exports could face action from the EU, which is known for its strict parameters for food quality.

December 21 , 2010

Chile blueberry volume high despite rain and hail

Rain and hail from December 12 only a speed bump as Chile's blueberry crop continues to extend longer and yield higher-than-expected volumes.

December 20 , 2010

Mexican lime producers halt shipments to protest USDA rejections

Refusals caused US $40.3 million in losses, industry group says

December 16 , 2010

Southern Hemisphere countries do little to promote fruit in China, report says

Fruit exports to China increase despite lack of promotional activity, USDA says