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Mexico: forecast improves for Sinaloa mangoes

Improved weather conditions have led to a higher mango export forecast for the Mexican state of Sinaloa.
September 07 , 2011

SA expropriation ruling a threat to farmers

A recent ruling by South Africa's Constitutional Court will give greater powers for land expropriation.
September 07 , 2011

Colombia and India in line for avocado growth

Colombia and India took center stage on the opening day of the VII World Avocado Congress in Australia.
September 07 , 2011

Argentina changing blueberry varieties, says committee

The Argentinean Blueberry Committee says the country is switching to new varieties.
September 06 , 2011

Costa Rican president calls for end to strikes

Costa Rica's privatization of the Moin port to APM Terminals has turned sour with blockades.
September 06 , 2011

Fruit fly spreading in Mozambique

A fruit fly outbreak in Mozambique has now spread to three more provinces including the port region of Maputo.
September 06 , 2011

Argentine blueberry exports to rise 15.9% in 2011/12

The Argentine Blueberry Committee has announced an export forecast of 17,303 metric tons (MT) in 2011-12.
September 05 , 2011

South Africa: Valencia Focus Group finalizes export downgrade

South Africa's Valencia Focus Group has reduced export estimates for the orange variety by 8.6% in 2011
September 05 , 2011

Debt troubles persist for Chilean ag research institute

A Chilean agricultural institute faces financial crisis with continued annual deficits since 2004.
September 05 , 2011

Mexico expects higher volumes of avocado shipments to Europe in 2011-12

A bigger crop has meant Mexico will likely ship more avocadoes to Europe this season, but the overall trend has been falling in recent years.
September 02 , 2011