Dominican Republic HLB outbreak leaves 5000 unemployed

Citrus greening disease presents a serious threat to Dominican Republic growers, with 34,000 plants already destroyed.

May 04 , 2011

Brazilian state expects 6.9% apple harvest fall

A major Brazilian apple-growing state expects a fall in harvests this year due to hail damage.

May 03 , 2011

Australian grape industry welcomes Peruvian import prospect

Peru's plans to open counter-seasonal grape export negotiations with Australia have been well-received by local industry.

April 29 , 2011

Fruit piracy in Chile: protecting local IP

Fruit piracy has become widespread in Chile and poses a threat to the country's image, as well as incentives for local variety breeders.

April 27 , 2011

Vital Berry changes hands

Two Chilean businessmen have bought a further 28.8% stake in the Southern Hemisphere's largest blueberry exporter.

April 25 , 2011

SA fruit industry holds 'grave concerns' over costs, currency

A report by Fruit South Africa forecasts 2011 to be the 'most challenging economically' for the country's fruit industry.

April 20 , 2011

Chile suspends first grape shipments to Australia

Chilean exporter Frutam has decided to suspend grape shipments to Australia, following pressures from local growers on distributors and importers.

April 18 , 2011

Global blueberry production to double in five years, says Naturipe

Blueberry production outside the U.S. is forecast to rise with strong Southern Hemisphere input, but the industry will need to find new demand sources to meet supply.

April 15 , 2011

Ecuador's growers could receive tax credits

Ecuador's Board of Trade will today review a potential tax credit system for exporters, with few signs of an ATPDEA renewal in sight.

April 13 , 2011

Chile's ag union 'concerned and annoyed' with govt inaction

Chile's National Agricultural Society is still waiting for policy solutions to come out of two government working groups, tasked with addressing the sector's challenges.

April 11 , 2011