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New Zealand pushing new free trade deals to promote exports
New Zealand’s government is pursuing new free trade agreements, above all with the United States, to promote its exports,
October 29 , 2010
NGO: Asparagus boom not improving labor conditions
The growth of asparagus exports from Peru has not been matched by improved labor conditions for industry workers and is contradicting conditions laid out in the country’s free trade agreement with the US
October 29 , 2010
Chile sets aside US $6 million for export promotion
Chile agriculture ministry will invest US$ 6 million in a contest to promote agricultural exports abroad
October 28 , 2010
Chilean exporters association wary of plan to loosen controls on Argentina border
Less control of imports could bring pests, hurt export business, association says
October 28 , 2010
“La Niña” to benefit Peruvian growers, expert says
The weather phenomenon known as “La Niña” will favor for Peruvian produce growers along the country’s coast; mango, grapes and asparagus seen as key beneficiaries.
October 28 , 2010
Argentine citrus growers prepare for possible drought
Citrus growers in Argentina are preparing for the possibility of a summer drought in growing regions.
October 28 , 2010
Harvest Trends week 42 -- 2010
Estimates for Chilean avocado exports adjusted due to irrigation problems and strong local market.
October 27 , 2010
Jazz apples’ low returns frustrate New Zealand growers
Income doesn’t cover production costs for second consecutive year and some growers are looking at changing varieties.
October 27 , 2010
Brazilian researchers focus on citrus black spot disease
Scientists develop fluorescent fungus to track its spread.
October 27 , 2010
Chile customs workers union holds day long strike
Government has failed to keep promises to improve working conditions and modernize the agency, the union says
October 27 , 2010
