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Peru's piquillo pepper exports skyrocket in 2015

From Spain to the U.S. to Australia, Peru's piquillo pepper industry is finding growth opportunities in the gourmet food segment.
April 02 , 2015

Chile reflects on challenging table grape season

U.S. port strikes, lower prices, smaller berry sizes and condition problems meant the 2014-15 Chilean table grape export campaign was no easy sailing.
April 02 , 2015

Mexico: Frosts to halve April's Persian lime production

Freezing temperatures in many parts of Mexico will lead to sharp price rises for limes.
April 02 , 2015

State of the Market - Week 13, 2015

Grape markets were oversupplied in Asia last week, but the situation was more promising in Europe and the U.S.
April 01 , 2015

Panama Disease TR4 detected in Pakistan, Lebanon

A Dutch scientist has confirmed outbreaks of Panama Disease Tropical Race IV in Lebanon and Pakistan, but communication issues may be a challenge in containing the disease's spread.
March 31 , 2015

Australia: Plants destroyed on TR4-contaminated banana farm

Some 210 plants on a Queensland banana plantation have been destroyed to try and contain Panama disease.
March 31 , 2015

U.S.: Gerawan upbeat for new crop and unfazed by exchange rates

California's largest stonefruit grower says the strong dollar is not affecting overseas demand for its upcoming crop.
March 31 , 2015

U.K.: Port expansion to make one of Europe's 'largest reefer facilities'

A £20 million refrigerated distribution center in London will have capacity for 25,000 pallets.
March 31 , 2015

International Blueberry Organization to host forum Down Under

Blueberry experts from around the globe will come to Coffs Harbour in September for a 'true blue' Aussie experience.
March 31 , 2015

Spain signs deal to open U.S. market for avocados and apricots

Spain's prioritization of new market openings means two more of the country's fruits will soon be able to reach the U.S.
March 31 , 2015