More NZ apples going to juice market

New Zealand company Enza Food has opened up a new processing line in Hastings following increased demand for apple juice.

September 23 , 2011

Ecuador's mango production to fall in 2011-12

Ecuador's peak mango body expects a 5% fall in production this year.

September 21 , 2011

Peru: Camposol to become fresh produce multinational

Peruvian fresh produce company Camposol has plans to become a US$500 million multinational in the coming years.

September 19 , 2011

Aussie citrus growers looking for exit

The chairman of Riverina Citrus says many growers would sell up their farms if they could only find buyers.

September 16 , 2011

Antioxidant excess can damage health, says Mexican scientist

A Mexican scientist says eating too many 'super fruits' can have negative health impacts.

September 16 , 2011

South African, Peruvian avocadoes coming to a close

Peru and South Africa are close to finishing their avocado export seasons as Chile's campaign gets into full swing.

September 13 , 2011

Chile bets on early pomegranate varieties

Chilean fruit company Subsole has taken on three early Israeli pomegranate varieties in a bid to extend the season.

September 12 , 2011

Argentina: new cold storage facility for Tucuman airport

The Southern Hemisphere's earliest blueberry supplier is set to have a new cold storage facility in its local airport.

September 12 , 2011

Peru reaps rewards of defying conventions, says expert

Peruvian fruit industry expert Fernando Cilloniz gives a rundown on the country’s advantages and challenges.

September 09 , 2011

Colombia and India in line for avocado growth

Colombia and India took center stage on the opening day of the VII World Avocado Congress in Australia.

September 07 , 2011