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Mexican mango sector attacks 'unfounded rumors'

Mexican groups say there is 'insufficient evidence' to link their mangoes to the current salmonella outbreak.
August 31 , 2012

Tropical fruit fanatic to publish comprehensive book

We cover a botanist's journey to document exotic and wonderful tropical fruits from around the globe.
August 31 , 2012

Chile predicts 32% rise in cherry exports

Chile's cherry exports are set to rise significantly as China and Japan lower their import tariffs.
August 31 , 2012

Mexico’s berry boom gathers steam

Mexican berry growers are looking to new varieties and markets to turn a higher profit.
August 28 , 2012

'Concerted effort' needed for fruit fly control, says Citrus Australia

Citrus Australia says importers have no reason to panic about loosening government fruit fly controls.
August 27 , 2012

Traceability needs 'stonger deterrents, stronger oversight'

Cantaloupes may be more susceptible to disease than other fruits but that is no excuse for 178 salmonella cases.
August 27 , 2012

Peruvian blueberry growers prove small is beautiful

Chilean José Francisco Unzueta talks about why Peru's blueberry industry is flourishing.
August 27 , 2012

Argentine lemon nursery reveals record-setting secret

José Luis Palacios talks about how his Argentine lemon nursery achieved recognition as the world's largest.
August 24 , 2012

UN pushes for global strategy to deal with national droughts

The U.S. drought has prompted global organizations to discuss a worldwide water deficit management strategy.
August 23 , 2012

U.S. authorities to review Mexican trade agreement

U.S. politicians including John McCain have urged the administration not to derail the Mexican tomato trade.
August 22 , 2012