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

South African citrus shipments to U.S. nearly complete

Shipments expected to end in November

September 14 , 2010

New Zealand kiwi production, exports to be flat in 2010

New Zealand kiwi production, exports flat in 2010

September 14 , 2010

Pink Lady apples: Sales rise 32%

Variety posted a rise of about 32%

September 13 , 2010

Avocado Exports: Chile slips while South Africa and Peru grow

Chile’s Avocado exports will fall some 36% during the 2010/11 season compared to the previous year while Peru and South Africa will grow exports of the fruit by 10 and 11%, respectively.

September 13 , 2010