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Low temperatures could lead to premature fruit growth, says Costa Rican govt

Premature pineapple growth is expected in Costa Rica due to cold temperatures over the weekend.
January 10 , 2012

Chile launches new fruit brand to consolidate position

The Chilean fruit industry launched its latest marketing campaign at the Santiago Sheraton Hotel last night.
January 10 , 2012

Chilean avocado stronghold hit by water scarcity

Growers in Chilean avocado zone Quillota are in need of a US$40 million investment to improve water supplies.
January 09 , 2012

Heavy rains hit Ecuador but mangoes still on track

Ecuador's mango industry has escaped unscathed by recent rain, but anything is still possible.
January 09 , 2012

Australia needs to change 'misleading' country of origin labels, says Growcom

Horticultural body Growcom says 'Made in Australia' labeling laws are misleading and prompt foreign input.
January 09 , 2012

Mexican scientists in quest for HLB-resistant lime

Mexican scientists hope they can pinpoint lime ecotypes that deliver high yields and are resistant to HLB disease.
January 06 , 2012

Chile: CSAV agrees to new JVs with Mediterranean Shipping Company

Chilean freight company CSAV has agreed to a joint venture with MSC for a new Asia-Europe route operation.
January 05 , 2012

Market Pulse Week 52 - 2011

Unusually low sales activity was reported for white seedless grapes in Europe during week 52.
January 04 , 2012

Opinion: new NZKGI president sends global Psa message

NZKGI president Neil Trebilco details the 2011 experience of kiwifruit disease Psa and what can be learned for 2012.
January 04 , 2012

Colombia's banana producers hit by 'deadly' Moko bacteria

Colombia's banana production is down due to a lethal bacterium caused by heavy rains and high humidity.
January 04 , 2012