Chile sets aside US $6 million for export promotion

Chile agriculture ministry will invest US$ 6 million in a contest to promote agricultural exports abroad

October 28 , 2010

“La Niña” to benefit Peruvian growers, expert says

The weather phenomenon known as “La Niña” will favor for Peruvian produce growers along the country’s coast; mango, grapes and asparagus seen as key beneficiaries.

October 28 , 2010

Argentine citrus growers prepare for possible drought

Citrus growers in Argentina are preparing for the possibility of a summer drought in growing regions.

October 28 , 2010

Chilean research group on verge of bearing first fruit

New varieties of stonefruit and grapes bred for hardiness expected to be harvested in summer 2011.

October 18 , 2010

Chilean avocado industry to get boost with new center

Site aims to help improve technical knowledge among businesses

October 18 , 2010

Honduras starts melon season two months late due to rains

Growers hope to harvest for second cycle and sell fruit at high prices.

October 16 , 2010

Peru seeks ways to lessen demand on water resources

Diverting water may be among the solutions, agriculture expert says

October 15 , 2010

Argentine governor seeks help for hail damage

Growers' participation in a new fund would be voluntary.

October 15 , 2010

Argentina: Fruit workers, growers at odds

One group of workers takes over an irrigation system, while producer talks with another yields no agreement.

October 15 , 2010

New Zealand’s Mr. Apple future uncertain as sale looms

New Zealand apple grower and exporter Mr. Apple –one of the country’s largest- will be sold by its parent company but finding a local buyer is considered by local media to be a hard sell at best.

October 14 , 2010