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Chilean organic blueberry study expected to yield nationwide benefits

Hortifrut's blueberry study is expected to reap rewards for all types of organic fruit production.
August 28 , 2012

New technology helps for optimal fruit ripeness

Postharvest expert Deirdre Holcroft outlines how new science is helping fruit stay in tiptop condition.
August 28 , 2012

SA grape producer acquires new Namibia farm

South Africa's Grape Alliance has strengthened its position in neighboring Namibia by buying more vineyards.
August 27 , 2012

Mexican avocado exports set to rise by more than 5%

Mexico has developed a series of marketing promotions to boost sales for its rising avocado shipments.
August 27 , 2012

Traceability needs 'stonger deterrents, stronger oversight'

Cantaloupes may be more susceptible to disease than other fruits but that is no excuse for 178 salmonella cases.
August 27 , 2012

Peruvian blueberry growers prove small is beautiful

Chilean José Francisco Unzueta talks about why Peru's blueberry industry is flourishing.
August 27 , 2012

Argentine lemon nursery reveals record-setting secret

José Luis Palacios talks about how his Argentine lemon nursery achieved recognition as the world's largest.
August 24 , 2012

Peru forecasts Canada-bound ag export growth spurt

Canada's demand for high quality and value added products has worked in favor of Peruvian horticulturalists.
August 23 , 2012

Australia: Victorian govt gives up on fruit fly eradication

A key Australian fruit growing state has decided to pull resources away from fruit fly controls.
August 23 , 2012

U.S. clementine oversupply headaches "avoidable"

Chilean and South African clementine suppliers have been urged to communicate better to avoid U.S. price falls.
August 22 , 2012