New Zealand storms damage avocado crop

More than a week of storms wreaked havoc across the country, causing trouble for growers in all agricultural sectors. Higher elevations saw snow, while lower land experienced rain and high winds

September 24 , 2010

Chilean fruit exports rise 3.5% in 2009-10 season

A big rise in shipments of citrus, blueberries and apples is offset by a sharp decline in avocado exports.

September 23 , 2010

Expoalimentaria 2010 kicks off in Peru

Expoalimentaria 2010, a food trade fair bringing together Peruvian horticulture growers, exporters, industry specialists with foreign buyers, kicked off in Lima.

September 22 , 2010

Peruvian asparagus exports expected to jump 9% in 2010

As industry recovers from the 2008 financial crisis, big production gains are predicted for 2011.

September 22 , 2010

Peruvian mango exports to US grow 57.9% for 2010 season

Exports of Peruvian mangoes to the United States grew 57.9% in the 2010 season of January to July compared with the same period in 2009

September 22 , 2010

Strong Australian dollar worries fruit producers

September 16 , 2010

Argentina blueberries: Shipping, labor costs challenge industry

Blueberry season is under way in Argentina, with some fields already harvesting the first fruits and others preparing to plant, according to La Gaceta. No matter the stage of production, blueberry growers face challenges in turning a profit with high shipping and labor costs.

September 15 , 2010

South African citrus shipments to U.S. nearly complete

Shipments expected to end in November

September 14 , 2010

New Zealand kiwi production, exports to be flat in 2010

New Zealand kiwi production, exports flat in 2010

September 14 , 2010

Pink Lady apples: Sales rise 32%

Variety posted a rise of about 32%

September 13 , 2010