Countries

Connectivity a key hurdle for traceability in Latin America

Access to the internet, computers and the know-how to apply them to farming are the largest hurdles in expanding traceability beyond the largest exporters and growers in Latin America.
November 09 , 2010

Chile forms cherry committee

Chile’s exporters association will form a cherry committee to help steer and organize its growing lot of cherry growers and exporters.
October 29 , 2010

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