Consumers drive push toward tighter regulations on imported fresh fruit

Health, safety and the environment are top concerns in developing and emerging markets. The pace of regulatory change varies widely depending on nation and exporters must be able to adapt, executive says.

November 19 , 2010

In Peru irrigation and growing project targets international investors

The project will auction 43,500 hectares of land and has the potential to produce some US$ 660 million in agricultural exports. Growing lots will include 500-1000 hectares and are set to be auctioned early 2011.

November 19 , 2010

Chile kicks off 2010-11 export season looking to grow volume

Chile’s 2010-11 export season is fully underway with expectations that shipment volumes will increase over last year across the board

November 19 , 2010

Long-storing plum variety to make its debut in Chile

The RR1 plum, known for its long storage life and late harvesting, is being introduced in Chile. The variety has yellow pulp and can be harvested toward the end of the growing season.

November 18 , 2010

First shipment of Australia mangoes en route to South Korea

Mango industry and government expects the opening of South Korea to help grow and position the Australian fruit.

November 16 , 2010

Ecuador banana production drops up to 40% due to cold weather

Smaller fruit caused by the long cold wave has meant a longer wait to harvest and lower prices offered by exporters

November 16 , 2010

California Giant new Chile office to aid growth, reach growers, executive says

New office in the capital Santiago will allow California Giant closer relations to growers and improve the flow of information in order to continue growing the quantity of blueberries sourced from Chile.

November 15 , 2010

Mexico citrus industry at risk of HLB spread, government officials say

500,000 hectares, 1 million jobs threatened by deadly “yellow dragon,” sanitary service director says

November 15 , 2010

Mexico avocados represent 65% of week 44 sales in U.S.

Avocados from Michoacán, Mexico, accounted for 65% of sales in the U.S. during week 44.

November 12 , 2010

Chile Blueberry harvest still on track after rain

Heavy rains on November 7-8 stopped Chile’s blueberry harvest for one day but will only reduce the export crop slightly in the south of the country, according to the Chilean Blueberry Committee

November 12 , 2010