PMA Australia-New Zealand to boost international ties

PMA Australia-New Zealand CEO believes local fruit and vegetable consumption has the potential to rise, with room for imported products.

February 10 , 2011

Kiwi waste could be used to make bioplastic spoons

The Kiwi industry has potential to tap into new bioplastic technology, currently in the patenting process to create spoons and knives.

February 08 , 2011

Southern Hemisphere countries tackle exchange rate woes

The weak U.S. dollar hurt growers and exporters in 2010, but will government intervention and self-help programs lead to a more profitable 2011?

February 04 , 2011

La Niña to continue at least until April

WMO says current La Niña episode, which has been one of the strongest of the last century, is expected to continue for another two to four months.

February 01 , 2011

Banana peels could clean polluted water, research shows

Brazilian scientist discovers industrial use for banana peels to clean contaminated water.

January 27 , 2011

U.S. cherry supplier calls for better labeling

U.S. cherry supplier and importer of Chilean cherries calls for more accurate labelling on cartons.

January 26 , 2011

New Zealand homes in on two PSA strains as kiwi harvest approaches

Control and containment are central to strategy for 2011

January 25 , 2011

Argentina's strike ends, leaves up to US $50 million in losses in wake

Fruit industry workers reopen roads in Río Negro, Neuquén

January 25 , 2011

Chile fruit exports to rise despite delays

Chile's fruit exporters expect 5% growth for this season, but fruit union records 20% hike in production costs.

January 25 , 2011

Chile’s cherry exports hit historic highs

Chile's cherry exporters record 83% boost in shipments compared to 2009-10 season.

January 19 , 2011