Zespri considers Vietnam for kiwi

Exporter would license and pay farmers in the Southeast Asian nation to grow the fruit, but the possibility of government aid angers Turners & Growers.

November 03 , 2010

USDA opens U.S. to bulk shipments of Mexican avocados

The USDA amended import regulations for Mexican avocados to allow the shipment of bulk packages of the product.

November 03 , 2010

Del Monte 3Q net income drops on Guatemala banana costs, exchange rates

An increase in costs associated with banana production in Guatemala due to flooding, a poor market in Europe and unfavorable exchange rates in producing countries hit Del Monte's bottom line.

November 03 , 2010

Despite growth Peru exports to the US still below 2008 levels

The value of Peru’s exports have grown 30% between January and September but still lack far behind levels seen in 2008

November 02 , 2010

New Zealand growers urged keep Braeburn apples off the market

Growers of the Braeburn apple variety have been cautioned to keep market stocks low in 2011, and should even considered having all of next year’s crop processed as other varieties gain in popularity internationally.

November 02 , 2010

New mandarin variety developed in Cuba

Fruit that matures earlier and resists fungus will be sold in Cuba and exported to international markets

November 01 , 2010

Chile makes biggest gains in avocado exports to Japan

Chile had the biggest increase in terms of volume and value for avocado imported by Japan, compared with other countries, according to a market analysis by the Chilean Agriculture Ministry in Japan.

November 01 , 2010

South American demand for harvest machinery holds despite economic crisis

Despite the economic problems around the world, growers in South America have kept up a steady demand for machinery and tractors

November 01 , 2010

Early Argentine blueberry arrivals cause drop in prices

High volume, low demand and lack of promotion combine to cause lower prices, but overall shipping estimates for 2010-11 remain, Argentinean Blueberry Committee says.

October 29 , 2010

Kylie Minogue mango suggested by Australian official

Three new varieties of the fruit move closer to production after 16 years of development, and one could get boost with famous name

October 29 , 2010