Peru watermelon exports up 103.8% through October

The Netherlands is the lead receiver of the crop with a 76% share.

December 01 , 2010

Panama's watermelon, melon production expected to drop 50% due to La Niña

Heavy rain from December to March could delay planting, official advises choosing crops that need more rain

November 30 , 2010

Peru’s mandarin exporters add 8 new markets in 2010

Exports of the fruit increase by 31% through September, ADEX says

November 30 , 2010

Heavy rain damages cherry crop in southeastern Australia

Nearly 4 inches over weekend cause fruit to split on the tree

November 30 , 2010

Wal-Mart, Massmart agree to US $2.4 billion deal

If approved, American retailer would take 51% controlling interest

November 30 , 2010

Mexican province prepares to shift from tobacco to fruit

Higher fees for producing tobacco prompts change, state officials says

November 29 , 2010

Namibia expects big grape crop due to good weather

Exporters expect to exceed last year's shipment because of good quality, European demand

November 29 , 2010

Peru citrus yield to see continued growth, USDA says

Production should reach 64,000 metric tons this year as the crop recovers from a weather related dip in 2009.

November 29 , 2010

Michoacán avocado industry targeting small thefts

Up to 6 metric tons of fruit stolen between January and June, industry group says

November 26 , 2010

Chile's blueberry harvest picks up the pace

The slow harvest in the north could cause labor problems as workers shift to the early grape harvest.

November 26 , 2010