New Chilean producer announces 'ambitious' export targets

Chilean company Exportadora del Sur has ambitious export targets for its first season of business, as its director calls for apple growers to unite as a committee.

February 21 , 2011

Brazilian research group targets banana disease

A Brazilian research group aims to tackle black sigatoka disease in banana plantations, with a new study applying bio fertilizers.

February 21 , 2011

Five countries unite under International Pome Fruit Alliance in Berlin

The International Pome Fruit Alliance (IPFA) has been officially formed at Fruit Logistica in Berlin, with opportunities for participating companies to share varieties and arrange royalty schemes.

February 14 , 2011

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

Trans-Andean tunnel to pump water to Peru’s farmers

A 20km water tunnel in Peru has the potential to boost 38,000 hectares of new agricultural land.

February 09 , 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