Countries

Chile launches grape export season

An official ceremony in northern Chile marked the start of the country's table grape season.
November 25 , 2013

Chile prepares first prune promotions in China

Chile may raise its prune exports to Asia by up to 14% this season.
November 25 , 2013

Peruvian asparagus exports up in Q3

Asparagus, mangoes, avocados and grapes outperformed agricultural sector growth rates in Peru in the third quarter.
November 25 , 2013

Polish anger over Russian ban threat

Polish apple producers claim Russia's proposed import ban is based on political reasons relating to support for Ukraine-EU ties.
November 25 , 2013

Food Tank: indigenous crops for a food-secure world

Food Tank's Danielle Nierenberg discusses the potential of indigenous crops in promoting food security.
November 25 , 2013

German sensor company addresses crop water demands

ZIM Plant Technology claims it has reduced crop water needs significantly in arid climates.
November 22 , 2013

Frost delays Brazilian watermelon harvest

A later season is expected for the world's fourth largest watermelon producer as a result of weather conditions.
November 22 , 2013

Chile plans January blueberry promotion blitz in Asia

The Chilean blueberry industry will undertake a range of initiatives to boost consumption in China and South Korea.
November 22 , 2013

Taiwan to slash tariffs for NZ cherry exporters

New Zealand is set to get a fresh competitive edge in its top cherry export market.
November 21 , 2013

U.S.: fungi control could extend cranberry shelf life

A Washington state researcher hopes that a better understanding of fungi will improve cranberry production.
November 21 , 2013