Philippines looks to new banana markets amid Chinese debacle

Philippine banana growers are developing new market outlets following strict import measures from China.

September 27 , 2012

Trust and interaction key to street food success

Street food has an important role in Latin America and the fruit industry can benefit from this.

September 26 , 2012

Ecuador's pineapple industry confronts slippery snail predicament

The Ecuadorian pineapple industry is battling an unprecedented snail outbreak that has impacted exports.

September 25 , 2012

Peruvian avocado production to rise 16.5% in 2012

Peruvian avocado export values rose significantly this year despite a fall in the average price.

September 25 , 2012

NZ kiwifruit jobs look uncertain for next season

New Zealand's largest kiwifruit grower has predicted lower volumes next season with the prospect of fewer jobs.

September 24 , 2012

Portuguese strike impacts 'very bad' for business, says fruit exporter

Containers full of pears are sitting and waiting in Portuguese ports due to strikes over austerity measures.

September 24 , 2012

Chile embarks on water stress monitoring program

A Chilean project aims to improve fruit quality through commercial scale water stress monitoring technology.

September 21 , 2012

Vitamin C and beta-carotene may protect brain health

German researchers have found two antioxidants common in fresh produce may help ward off Alzheimer's disease.

September 21 , 2012

U.S. East Coast port strike negotiation deadline extended

Exporters and importers have been given an extra three months of relief in USMX-ILA negotiations.

September 20 , 2012

Strawberry spike for Mexico in 2012

Mexico's strawberry industry is improving yields, exports and may look to new growing regions.

September 20 , 2012