Australia's flood losses could be New Zealand's gain

New Zealand could fill shortage of fruits, vegetables caused by historic Australian floods in the Queensland region.

January 10 , 2011

Chile late blueberry varieties see first harvest

Chile’s blueberry harvest has advanced to its most southern growing regions and now includes late varieties such as Legacy, Brightwell, Bluecrop and Bluegold as of week 52, 2010

January 07 , 2011

Australia government announces aid for flooded Queensland growers

Australia’s Ministry for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has established a fund of up to 25,000 Australian dollars for growers and small businesses affected by flooding in Queensland.

January 06 , 2011

South Africa grape exports slow in week 50

Grape exports slow although intakes hold. Northern Europe, still suffering from a cold spell, the main receiving market

December 29 , 2010

Chile set to introduce new peach variety

Andesduuno, ideal for canning, was 12 years in the making. has a round shape without a point and a red top that doesn’t go through to the pulp. Compared to other varieties such as Tirrenia and Romea, the Andesduuno stands out for its good size and sugar content.

December 28 , 2010

Chile’s organic fruit exports dominated by apples, blueberries

Apples dominated exports, making up 50% of organic fresh fruit shipments.Blueberries (24.5%), kiwi (11.7%) and avocados (5.4%) followed.Europe is the main receiving market with 55% of shipments

December 27 , 2010