Chile's fruit industry addresses key steps to change

Representatives from Chile's fruit industry met in a recent field trip to discuss the key challenges and opportunities facing the sector.

February 22 , 2011

Chile's blueberry exports rise in week 6

Chile's blueberry exports increased in week 6 but volumes are expected to decline every week until the season's close in April.

February 21 , 2011

Brazilian research group targets banana disease

A Brazilian research group aims to tackle black sigatoka disease in banana plantations, with a new study applying bio fertilizers.

February 21 , 2011

Colombia's truck drivers lift strikes

Colombia's 15-day truck driver strike has come to a close as the government reached a breakthrough deal with the union.

February 18 , 2011

Chile rains dampen grape forecasts

Chile's grape production is still expected to grow this year but will not reach previous forecasts, as a result of abnormal rains earlier this month.

February 18 , 2011

Urban farming blossoms in Kenya

Up to 90% of African cities depend on farming using wastewater, but a UN report highlights the risks of food contamination in many cases.

February 18 , 2011

South Africa grape shipments to northern Europe up 11.8%

South Africa boosted table grape shipments to northern Europe in week 5 as packing came to a close in some regions, leading to falls in exports elsewhere.

February 17 , 2011

AMHPAC launches Mexico-U.S. horticultural matchmaking initiative

The Mexican Protected Horticulture Association (AMHPAC) has launched a new initiative from its U.S. office, linking growers with retailers and marketers.

February 17 , 2011

Chile drought effects reach ‘critical’ stage for fruit industry

Chile's drought has affected the quality and size of a broad spectrum of fruits, with the situation expected to become 'critical' in more areas.

February 17 , 2011

Ecuador fines Chevron US$8.6B for environmental damages

Multinational Chevron has been fined $8.6 billion by an Ecuadorian court for contaminating the environment, but the company has ruled the decision fraudulent.

February 16 , 2011