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USDA gives 100% clearance for South African clementines
The United States Deparment of Agriculture (USDA) has given 100% clearance for South African clementines so far this year.
August 18 , 2011
Ecuador to provide banana assistance loans
Ecuador will deliver emergency lines of credit to banana growers, who are calling on export cuts to stem supply.
August 18 , 2011
NZ kiwifruit growers record growth in returns
New Zealand's kiwifruit growers have increased returns this year, but Zespri's profits have fallen dramatically.
August 18 , 2011
Market Pulse week 32 — 2011
Good sales activity was registered for the first Chilean Hass avocado lots in the U.S. during week 32.
August 17 , 2011
SA citrus picks up in the Middle East
A decline in Egyptian Valencias has helped South African citrus exporters in the Middle East during Ramadan.
August 17 , 2011
Unusual NZ snow won't affect major export crops
Snows in New Zealand's North Island are expected to affect some horticultural crops, but apples and kiwifruit are mostly in the clear.
August 17 , 2011
U.S.: Delaware Governor extends port contract with Chile
Delaware Governor Jack Markell has signed an extended contract between the Port of Wilmington and Chilean company Pacific Seaways.
August 17 , 2011
Chile's peach area down, cherries set to rise
Chile's peach and nectarine cultivation area has declined in recent years but growers have planted more productive varieties.
August 16 , 2011
New citrus varieties developed in Brazil
Brazilian fruit growers continue to launch new and interesting cultivars - this time with oranges and mandarins.
August 16 , 2011
Malaysian imports could derail Australian pineapple industry
Australia's largest pineapple producer says Malaysian imports could threaten producers economically and cause unprecedented disease problems.
August 16 , 2011
