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U.S. researchers find antibiotic resistant genes in honeybees

Years of oxytetracycline use to treat U.S. honeybees may have actually done harm to the insect.
November 01 , 2012

Chile enters the world of gourmet fruits and juices

Chilean company Tamaya Gourmet is taking unique fruits and super juices to the global market.
November 01 , 2012

Peru: big sales drop for Camposol in Q3

Mild "El Niño" weather has hurt avocado production in Peru and dealt a blow to Camposol.
October 31 , 2012

South Africa's bearable 2012 citrus deal

South Africa has five months to tackle a raft of issues threatening its citrus growers.
October 31 , 2012

Market Pulse Week 43 - 2012

Chilean avocados moved into the European market but remained limited in North America in week 43.
October 31 , 2012

Del Monte records lower sales, better profits

Low demand in the Middle East and Europe decreased Fresh Del Monte sales, although profits increased.
October 31 , 2012

Russian govt moving towards farmer interests

New Russian legislation in support of farming is in its "initial step" of development.
October 30 , 2012

Apples lead fruit imports in Central America but not consumption

Apple imports to Central America have grown significantly, although the region still prefers bananas.
October 30 , 2012

Peru increases granadilla and passion fruit production by 30%

Peru has increased granadilla and passion fruit production by 30% but has potential to grow even more.
October 30 , 2012

France maintains stable kiwifruit production in unstable Europe

Poor weather conditions hurt European kiwifruit output this season.
October 30 , 2012