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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

Costa Rica to boost migrant fruit picker intake

Costa Rica is recruiting immigrants to help with its fruit harvests.
December 19 , 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

Citrus Australia supports moves for united grower body in southern state

A move to unite South Australian citrus growers is part of a national push to emulate the South African representative model.
December 16 , 2011

Fruit flies' future looks bleak due to genetic science

The fruit fly headache for mango exporters could be a thing of the past thanks to genetic engineering.
December 15 , 2011

Brazil's orange juice exports set to rise

Brazilian orange juice shipments are expected to increase despite lower crop yields.
December 15 , 2011

Market Pulse Week 49 - 2011

Peruvian Flame and Crimson Seedless volumes have started to increase in the U.S. leading up to Christmas.
December 14 , 2011