Peru's agricultural minister resigns

Peru's Agricultural Minister has resigned following allegations he ran an illegal poultry business that did not follow phytosanitary requirements.

May 17 , 2011

Chilean govt to support Pica lemons

Growers in Chile's Pica region, most famous for their lemons used in Pisco Sour cocktails, have received a technical assistance program from the government.

May 17 , 2011

Argentina-Brazil trade barrier saga continues

Brazil has responded to Argentine market entry delays by threatening import restrictions for some fruit and vegetables.

May 17 , 2011

Reduced rainfall favors Brazilian tomatoes, grapes

Low rain levels and temperatures in Brazil's state of Sao Paulo have kept farmers optimistic for tomato and grape harvests.

May 16 , 2011

Mexican state expects record apple harvest

A Mexican apple-growing state is set to surpass harvest records from 1998, leaving growers concerned about storage capacity and market saturation.

May 16 , 2011

Reduced SA avocado crop struggles to meet E.U. demand

South Africa's avocado exports are expected to fall this season, while high E.U. demand means there's 'plenty of room' for competitors.

May 16 , 2011

Canary Islands banana growers want 'organic' label to edge out competition

Spain's Canary Island banana growers hope to gain an edge over South American competitors by establishing an organic standard.

May 16 , 2011

Peruvian candidate plans new port for agroexports

Peruvian presidential candidate Ollanta Humala has pledged to strengthen agricultural exports with a new northern port.

May 13 , 2011

Strong Mozambique harvest despite floods

Despite floods Mozambique is upbeat on food production this year, with increases expected for cassava, vegetable and cashew nut harvests.

May 13 , 2011

OTC-Holland expects tougher lemon market in 2011

SA organic lemons face tough prices in Europe due to high local supply volumes.

May 13 , 2011