Unusual snow hits northern Chilean grape province

Snows in northern Chile have caused severe damages to early grape varieties in Copiapó.

August 04 , 2011

Aussie organization offers rain technology in Africa

An Australian organization is offering artificial rain technology to drought-stricken African countries, which could help improve agriculture and relieve hunger.

August 02 , 2011

Dole earnings up 36% in Q2

Improved banana markets and favorable exchange rate changes helped boost Dole Food Company's earnings in the second quarter.

August 01 , 2011

The Latin American farmers' market resurgence

Groups are pushing for the creation of a Latin American Association of Farmers' Markets.

July 29 , 2011

New Peruvian president takes power today

Peru's new cabinet is expected to maintain the country's growth path, but doubts remain with the president.

July 28 , 2011

Mexican supply chain flaws put U.S. avocado exports at risk

Avocado exports from the Mexican state of Michoacán could be at risk after supply chain irregularities were found.

July 22 , 2011

Weather causes US$8.6M orange damage in Mexican state

Orange growers in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas are calling on the government for assistance, following drastic losses from weather damage.

July 19 , 2011

South African avocado crop falls 40%

South Africa's avocado crop has fallen dramatically this year, but the industry is positive on future European and U.S. export potential.

July 18 , 2011

South Africa plays citrus 'volume game' in Asia

South African citrus exporters expect an uptick in lemon, easy peeler and late Navel orange shipments to Asia.

July 14 , 2011

Export harvest halt for Argentine lemons

Frosts have triggered an export harvest suspension in the Argentine lemon province of Tucuman.

July 12 , 2011