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India's growing fruit processing sector to spark postharvest progress

India's burgeoning fruit processing industry could fuel improvement in the country's postharvest system.
October 01 , 2012

NZ: Psa-V infected orchard cases treble

New Zealand's reported cases of Psa-V disease surged last week as packhouses updated their data.
September 28 , 2012

Stronger start for 2012-13 Argentine blueberry season

Argentina has kicked off its North America-bound blueberry exports in much higher numbers this year.
September 28 , 2012

Portugal port strikes take US$2.6M toll on pear exporters

Portugal Fresh has given an estimate of pear industry losses from the country's paralyzing port strikes.
September 27 , 2012

U.S. apple exporters hope for Chinese import ban lift

U.S. apple growers are keen for China's import ban on Red and Golden Delicious to be resolved swiftly.
September 27 , 2012

Chile to step up avocado exports to Europe

Chilean avocado producers are increasing shipments to Europe at the expense of U.S. exports.
September 27 , 2012

Mexican researchers pinpoint best melon growing conditions

Mexican researchers have determined the optimal conditions and times for growing melons in different areas.
September 26 , 2012

SA, Argentine citrus growers to voice 'sustainability' concerns in Europe

South African and Argentine citrus growers will visit Europe next week to debate pesticide residue limits.
September 26 , 2012

Peruvian avocado production to rise 16.5% in 2012

Peruvian avocado export values rose significantly this year despite a fall in the average price.
September 25 , 2012

Colombia awakens to agricultural potential

Enrique Villegas talks about Colombia's potential to overcome its obstacles and export exotic fruit worldwide.
September 25 , 2012