Argentina approves stranded shipments

A dissolution of Argentina's trade regulator left export shipments stranded without approvals, but the government has finally intervened to bring the situation back to normality.

March 08 , 2011

NZ-based Mainfreight to buy Dutch company

New Zealand company Mainfreight has expanded its European presence with a €110 million purchase agreement for Netherlands-based Wim Bosman Group.

March 08 , 2011

Aussie citrus industry looks to Asia

Australia's citrus industry looks to diversify its export market from the U.S. to Asia.

March 08 , 2011

Argentina suspends U.S. company for tax evasion

U.S. food company Cargill has come under fire from Argentina's Federal Administration of Public Revenue for alleged tax evasion.

March 07 , 2011

SA grape exports fall slightly in week 8

South Africa's grape exports to Northern Europe were up 28.7% in week 8 on the same period last year, but Berg River region grape volumes were down by more than 10%.

March 07 , 2011

Tanzania tackles red locust threat

Tanzania's government has called on the International Locusts Control Organisation for assistance in halting a red locust outbreak that presents a serious threat to crops.

March 07 , 2011

Chile blueberry exports smash estimates in week 8

Chile's blueberry exports beat forecasts significantly in week 8, with 99% of export targets already met with five weeks still remaining for the season.

March 07 , 2011

Patagonia pears plummet 11%

Apple and pear production in Argentina's southern Protected Patagonia region fell 17.25% in 2010

March 04 , 2011

SA farmers to receive US$108M relief package

The South African government has responded to farmer concerns with a financial aid package for those directly affected by drought or flood.

March 04 , 2011

Peru's mangoes face Mexican standoff in the U.S.

Delays for Peruvian mangoes mean they will likely have to compete in the U.S. market at the same time as their Mexican and Guatemalan counterparts, with price falls expected.

March 04 , 2011