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Thirst for change in Chile's dried fruit industry

Varying quality and marketing challenges were discussed at Dried Fruit & Nut Congress Chile 2012.
September 14 , 2012

Australian govt inquiry to revisit NZ potato imports

The Australian government has been urged to think again over the safety of New Zealand potato imports.
September 14 , 2012

Peru: bananas register top growth rate in first seven months of 2012

Banana, grape and avocado exports have had the highest growth rates in the Peruvian fruit industry this year.
September 14 , 2012

NZ kiwifruit profitability to fall by a third, govt report finds

The New Zealand government has calculated the impact Psa-V disease will have on kiwifruit profitability.
September 13 , 2012

El Niño effects still uncertain for South Africa

Northeastern South Africa's fruit farmers are hoping El Niño won't lead to a rain-starved summer.
September 13 , 2012

Canada: British Columbia's blueberry season finishing in style

British Columbian blueberry farmers expect the season to close in early October with a 15% volume rise.
September 13 , 2012

Market Pulse Week 36 - 2012

Lower demand led to price adjustments for Chilean and Mexican lemons in the U.S. during week 36.
September 12 , 2012

Digital pilot study to aid blueberry productivity in Chilean central valley

Chilean researchers have designed a digital system to improve blueberry productivity.
September 12 , 2012

Bolivia seeks new banana markets

Argentine trade restrictions have led Bolivia to look for new banana export destinations.
September 12 , 2012

Opinion: Biofortification is an obstacle to food justice

Bob Phelps talks about why access to a diverse diet is a better solution to addressing malnutrition than genetics.
September 12 , 2012