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NZ kiwifruit jobs look uncertain for next season

New Zealand's largest kiwifruit grower has predicted lower volumes next season with the prospect of fewer jobs.
September 24 , 2012

Fruit Fanatic: the quest for the Engkala

Rolf Blancke describes the search for a rare creamy fruit that is being swallowed up by palm oil plantations.
September 24 , 2012

Philippine govt to trial new mango drying technology

A new mango drying technology is expected to cut costs for Philippine food processors.
September 24 , 2012

Chile embarks on water stress monitoring program

A Chilean project aims to improve fruit quality through commercial scale water stress monitoring technology.
September 21 , 2012

Portuguese port strikes to continue

Portuguese port workers have responded to austerity measures with strikes set to continue through September.
September 21 , 2012

HortNZ 'pleased' with referendum votes to date

The fate of New Zealand's peak produce body is in the hands of growers who must vote by Sep. 28.
September 20 , 2012

Uruguayan blueberry crop to fall by 18.5% in 2012

The departure of some growers and varieties will mean a lower blueberry crop for Uruguay this season.
September 20 , 2012

U.S.: Florida researchers make avocado disease breakthrough

U.S. researchers have found laurel wilt is not spread by avocado fruit or seeds.
September 20 , 2012

Market Pulse Week 37 - 2012

South African oranges were well received in the U.S. and Asia during week 37.
September 19 , 2012

Dynamic shift for Argentine blueberry exports in 2012-13

Argentina's blueberry industry expects a 'similar' export season to 2011 but with earlier timing.
September 19 , 2012