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New Zealand government, kiwi industry set aside NZD 50 million to fight PSA
While eradication is almost impossible, the funds will focus on cutting back infected vines, increased spraying and some compensation to growers.
November 19 , 2010
For Argentina's blueberries, low prices don’t match high quality
A large shipment volume and lack of promotion in destination markets combine to keep prices low.
November 18 , 2010
Michoacán lemon growers to receive federal grant
Funding will improve production practices and pay for consulting, lemon association chief says.
November 18 , 2010
Mexico avocado association looks to improve productivity
Using a group of international experts, Mexico’s association of avocados growers, packers and exporters of Michoacan (APEAM) aims to improve the productivity of its avocado yield through better management.
November 18 , 2010
Small Ecuador banana growers look to east to offset saturated EU market
Small growers see hope in China, the Middle East and Africa as an alternative to shipments to Europe.
November 18 , 2010
PSA confirmed outside of Te Puke area in New Zealand
Test results show that the kiwi vine disease PSA has now spread outside the Te Puke area in the Bay of Plenty, confirming fears that the disease is more widespread than just one growing zone.
November 17 , 2010
Executives planning new shipping line out of Chile
Key ex-managers of Chile’s largest shipper, CSAV, will join forces with Chilean fruit exporters Rio Blanco and Verfrut to form a new shipping company
November 17 , 2010
Peruvian Avocado Commission receives USDA certification
The commission will fund promotional activities in the US market as Peru looks to increase its share of the avocado market.
November 17 , 2010
New Zealand venture to invest NZD 6 million in Envy apple production
Joint venture of apple marketer Enza and land owner Wakatu Incorporation will add 40 hectares of the new variety.
November 16 , 2010
First shipment of Australia mangoes en route to South Korea
Mango industry and government expects the opening of South Korea to help grow and position the Australian fruit.
November 16 , 2010
