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Chinese ag giant bets on Chilean premium fruit

A Chinese business linked to Lenovo has kicked off international fruit sourcing plans with a joint venture in South America.
April 17 , 2013

Florida citrus growers cross fingers for greening solution

Florida's citrus industry is placing bets on research to save fruit from greening, which has brought down shipments this year.
April 16 , 2013

Quinoa: a versatile grain with global potential

Quinoa holds promise as a far-reaching food staple, thanks to its adaptability and nutritional value.
April 12 , 2013

Brazil and Portugal sign fruit trade agreement

Portuguese fruit exporters hope to add to their €40 million in annual trade with Brazil through a special agreement with the country.
April 12 , 2013

Mexico: lime workers request protection after fatal ambush

Attacks left at least eight lime workers dead in Mexico's Michoacán state and paralyzed fruit packing.
April 12 , 2013

Lower prices cause grape divide for Australian growers

High volume, early season grapes are pushing Australian growers to assess their options for survival.
April 10 , 2013

Spain: banana shipment arrives with 100 kilos of cocaine

Banana shipments continue to serve as a key mode of illegal drug transport to Europe.
April 09 , 2013

Peruvian cherimoya variety holds market promise

The Rayan cherimoya has been slated as one of the most promising varieties out of Peru.
April 08 , 2013

Chilean port strike fruit loss update

ASOEX has released figures of estimated losses by fruit category from Chilean strikes in weeks 13 and 14.
April 08 , 2013

Fruit Fanatic: hunting for rare trees in Puerto Rico

Rolf Blancke tells of expats in Puerto Rico with rich and colorful rare fruit collections.
April 08 , 2013