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Pre-harvest estimate beats expectations for Chilean kiwifruit

Forecasts for Chile's kiwifruit crop are slightly higher than estimates released after frosts hit orchards last year.
February 28 , 2014

Peru: new areas approved for U.S.-bound Hass avocado export

Peru's Senasa has set a series of new requirements for Hass avocado exports to the United States.
February 28 , 2014

Brazilian papayas and mangoes in the spotlight

HLB Specialties' CEO discusses trends surrounding two of the leading export fruits in his native Brazil.
February 28 , 2014

NZ: positive results for Seeka, T&G in 2013

Two of New Zealand's leading produce players have notched good results for the 2013 calendar year.
February 27 , 2014

Core business focus props up Chiquita results in 2013

A net loss may not sound so positive, but Chiquita was US$389 million closer to breaking even last year compared to 2012.
February 27 , 2014

Challenging season ahead for South African pome fruit exporters

South African apple growers are dealing with the effects of hail and a European crop overhang.
February 27 , 2014

Golden, not yellow: a new category for Opal apples in Europe

With pilot trials now in South Africa and New Zealand, we take a look at the potential for Opal apples in Europe.
February 27 , 2014

British Farming Minister slams jobless for shunning farm work

British Farming Minister George Eustice has made controversial comments about the unemployed and farm labor.
February 27 , 2014

Taiwanese officials launch organic veggie scheme for schools

Taiwan is investing in organic vegetable consumption for kids to make agriculture healthier and safer.
February 27 , 2014

Bayer bets on new solution for Costa Rica's nematode woes

Bayer CropScience hopes a new green band nematicide will gain traction to support Costa Rica's banana industry.
February 27 , 2014