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SA fruit exporters face port capacity shortages
Many South African farmers are opting to ship from Mozambique due to port capacity constraints at home.
May 12 , 2011
Colombia eyes organic food market
Colombia's organic industry is just emerging, but increased global demand has led to fresh opportunities.
May 10 , 2011
Different varieties to open 'new chapter' for Chilean kiwifruit
Chile has ramped up its kiwifruit portfolio with three different varieties.
May 09 , 2011
Chile seeks investment to double cultivation
Chile's fruit sector wants more capital through international joint ventures, as local banks have not taken enough initiative.
May 06 , 2011
Forest Code sparks alarm for Sao Paulo banana growers
The fate of southern Brazil's banana growers hangs in the balance of heated Forest Code discussions in Congress.
May 05 , 2011
Rural Mexico faces 'deepest crisis in 40 years'
Insufficient inputs and scarce credit are not helping rural Mexico overcome its agricultural difficulties.
May 05 , 2011
Chile's nut exports to rise 50%
A growth in Chile's walnut, almond and hazelnut plantations has made it the Southern Hemisphere's largest nut exporter.
May 04 , 2011
Australian grape industry welcomes Peruvian import prospect
Peru's plans to open counter-seasonal grape export negotiations with Australia have been well-received by local industry.
April 29 , 2011
Agroecological tomato practices cut costs by 84%, Brazilian study shows
A Brazilian agronomist has found pesticide-free agroecological tomato production can reduce costs by 84%, but with lower yields.
April 27 , 2011
Fruit piracy in Chile: protecting local IP
Fruit piracy has become widespread in Chile and poses a threat to the country's image, as well as incentives for local variety breeders.
April 27 , 2011
