Peru grape exporter sets sights on Asian markets, executive says

Company aims to meet demand for the fruit in Chinese New Year in February, and to expand to Japan, South Korea and India, an exporter says

November 24 , 2010

U.S. grants patents for two new Chilean guava varieties

Patents were issued for the Red Pearl and South Pearl varieties of the Chilean guava.

November 24 , 2010

New Zealand examines pollen link in PSA outbreak

Positive test results on a few pollen samples suggest that the disease has been in New Zealand for a few years, and prompt an industry group to call for a ban on pollen imports.

November 23 , 2010

Mexico papaya production to get boost with greenhouse investment

Growing the crop indoors will improve productivity, prevent diseases and pests, agriculture official says

November 22 , 2010

Chile goes gourmet with truffle project

Growers and entrepreneurs are looking to new niches beyond fresh produce and wine, targeting the gourmet world with the black truffle, which can fetch up to US $1,500 per kilogram internationally

November 22 , 2010

Peru's citrus exports grow 30% through October

Peru’s citrus exports totaled 64,000 tons for a value of US$ 53.5 million from January to October 2010, a 30% increase compared to the same period in 2009.

November 22 , 2010

CORRECTED - Chile’s table grapes in cover 6.8% less land near capital region

The land dedicated for table grapes has decreased by 683 hectares since 2004 in Chile's Metropolitan Region, and the country's growers association says the exchange rate and increased labor costs are to blame.

November 19 , 2010

Chile blueberry harvest back on track

The blueberry harvest has picked up pace two weeks after heavy storms delayed activities. As of week 45 the harvest is 66% higher than last year.

November 19 , 2010

Chile kicks off 2010-11 export season looking to grow volume

Chile’s 2010-11 export season is fully underway with expectations that shipment volumes will increase over last year across the board

November 19 , 2010

New Zealand government, kiwi industry set aside NZD 50 million to fight PSA

While eradication is almost impossible, the funds will focus on cutting back infected vines, increased spraying and some compensation to growers.

November 19 , 2010