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SA grape delay raises oversupply concerns

South African growers are confident about strong export volumes, but European prices are a concern.
January 13 , 2012

Peruvian avocado exports to jump by 30% in 2012

Peru's avocado export volumes are set to rise significantly in 2012, with a marginal increase in total shipment value.
January 12 , 2012

Brazil's largest grape grower plans new variety upheaval

Brazilian grape company Fazendas Labrunier is finding new ways to adapt to a competitive market environment.
January 10 , 2012

Chile launches new fruit brand to consolidate position

The Chilean fruit industry launched its latest marketing campaign at the Santiago Sheraton Hotel last night.
January 10 , 2012

Heavy rains hit Ecuador but mangoes still on track

Ecuador's mango industry has escaped unscathed by recent rain, but anything is still possible.
January 09 , 2012

Peru may export first blueberries in September, says govt agency

The Peruvian government is hopeful a small shipment of blueberries will be exported in September.
January 05 , 2012

Australians wasting US$1.12B worth of fruit and veg each year

Australian growers are calling on consumers for more awareness to reduce extreme levels of horticultural wastage.
January 05 , 2012

Opinion: new NZKGI president sends global Psa message

NZKGI president Neil Trebilco details the 2011 experience of kiwifruit disease Psa and what can be learned for 2012.
January 04 , 2012

Colombia's banana producers hit by 'deadly' Moko bacteria

Colombia's banana production is down due to a lethal bacterium caused by heavy rains and high humidity.
January 04 , 2012

Uruguay's citrus industry in the dumps due to rising costs

Uruguay's citrus industry is in crisis with exporters closing operations due to high overheads.
January 03 , 2012