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Namibian court to hear grape grower case over Dutch trade arrangement

The Agricultural Bank of Namibia is holding farmers to the terms on a grape arrangement with Cool Fresh International.
December 22 , 2011

Market Pulse week 50 - 2011

The first sales of Chilean peaches and nectarines were registered in the U.S. in week 50.
December 21 , 2011

Strong alternative markets offset Peru's falling U.S. asparagus sales

Peru has maintained its level of asparagus exports despite a decrease in sales to the U.S.
December 21 , 2011

Mexico on strawberry export roll

Mexico has intensified its strawberry production to post record exports.
December 21 , 2011

US: Wal-mart gets tough on possible corruption problems

International retailer Wal-mart is examining whether some staff have breached U.S. anti-corruption regulations.
December 20 , 2011

Peruvian exporters oppose farm labor law changes

The Peruvian Government has proposed significant labor law changes that will raise costs for growers.
December 20 , 2011

Argentina approves law to curb foreign land ownership

A new bill to ensure key parts of the country are predominately owned by nationals has been given the green light.
December 19 , 2011

Australian organic farming and finding the middle ground

Australia's organic produce market has grown dramatically, but there are still questions hanging over pesticides.
December 19 , 2011

Kenyan govt to open mango processing plant in 2012

The Kenyan government is set to open a mango processing plant in January in a bid to improve grower returns.
December 16 , 2011

Chilean blueberry exports take off, Argentine season winding down

Chile's blueberry exports reach their maximum levels last week while Argentine shipments are nearly finished.
December 16 , 2011