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Nicaragua to launch first frozen fruit processing plant
Nicaragua is set to export mango cubes to the U.S. with the opening of its first frozen processing plant.
March 22 , 2012
Chilean organic lemons attract growing interest in Europe
European importers are on the look out for more small to medium suppliers of organic lemons, claims ProChile.
March 21 , 2012
Papaya industry struggling with poor weather conditions
The papaya industry is wrestling with tough weather conditions in the wake of last year's U.S. salmonella outbreak.
March 19 , 2012
Peruvian banana district seeks funds in the wake of floods
A decision to discharge water from a dam in northern Peru has had serious ramifications for some banana growers.
March 19 , 2012
Chilean delegates visit Australia for water strategy tips
Chile is studying Australia's water systems in the hope of replicating strategies to ease drought challenges.
March 19 , 2012
Argentine pome fruit industry battered by hail, strikes and inflation
The Southern Hemisphere's largest pear exporter has drastically reduced its season forecast.
March 16 , 2012
South African citrus growers welcome Thai inspectors
South Africa hopes a Thai citrus inspection visit will bear fruit with a potential new export protocol.
March 16 , 2012
Panama pineapple exports set to double
A major grower is hoping Panama pineapples' renowned low pesticide levels will entice U.S. and E.U. retailers.
March 15 , 2012
Riverina floods causing fruit drop, says Citrus Australia
Australian citrus region Riverina is experiencing unprecedented flooding with waterlogged plants.
March 15 , 2012
Mexican mango farmers fear crop losses due to fierce winds
Winds of up to 120 kilometers per hour have hit Mexican mango growers hard.
March 13 , 2012
