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New Zealand storms damage avocado crop
More than a week of storms wreaked havoc across the country, causing trouble for growers in all agricultural sectors. Higher elevations saw snow, while lower land experienced rain and high winds
September 24 , 2010
California table grape stock up 22% in September 2010
The stock of California table grapes totaled 8 million cartons as of September 15, 2010, up 22% compared with the previous year.
September 24 , 2010
Chilean fruit exports rise 3.5% in 2009-10 season
A big rise in shipments of citrus, blueberries and apples is offset by a sharp decline in avocado exports.
September 23 , 2010
Expoalimentaria 2010 kicks off in Peru
Expoalimentaria 2010, a food trade fair bringing together Peruvian horticulture growers, exporters, industry specialists with foreign buyers, kicked off in Lima.
September 22 , 2010
Peruvian asparagus exports expected to jump 9% in 2010
As industry recovers from the 2008 financial crisis, big production gains are predicted for 2011.
September 22 , 2010
Peruvian mango exports to US grow 57.9% for 2010 season
Exports of Peruvian mangoes to the United States grew 57.9% in the 2010 season of January to July compared with the same period in 2009
September 22 , 2010
Australian berry production could double over the next five years
Australia could see its berry growers double their production over the next five years with raspberries and blackberries leading the surge
September 21 , 2010
Strong Australian dollar worries fruit producers
September 16 , 2010
New Zealand-based company licenses new pear cultivar
Variety’s mild flavor, red color well-received, company says
September 16 , 2010
Argentina blueberries: Shipping, labor costs challenge industry
Blueberry season is under way in Argentina, with some fields already harvesting the first fruits and others preparing to plant, according to La Gaceta. No matter the stage of production, blueberry growers face challenges in turning a profit with high shipping and labor costs.
September 15 , 2010
