Global blueberry production to double in five years, says Naturipe

Blueberry production outside the U.S. is forecast to rise with strong Southern Hemisphere input, but the industry will need to find new demand sources to meet supply.

April 15 , 2011

Chile's fruit industry hits back after Australian grape industry attack

Representatives of the Chilean and U.S. fruit industries have spoken out against comments made by Australian Table Grape Association CEO Jeff Scott, who asked consumers to show 'Chilean imposters the door' when it came to grape imports from the South American country.

April 14 , 2011

Ecuador's growers could receive tax credits

Ecuador's Board of Trade will today review a potential tax credit system for exporters, with few signs of an ATPDEA renewal in sight.

April 13 , 2011

Australian grape industry warns against Chilean 'imposters'

Australian Table Grape Association CEO Jeff Scott has warned local consumers about the high chemical content of Chilean grapes, expected for arrival in the coming week.

April 12 , 2011

Chile's ag union 'concerned and annoyed' with govt inaction

Chile's National Agricultural Society is still waiting for policy solutions to come out of two government working groups, tasked with addressing the sector's challenges.

April 11 , 2011

Road blocks lifted in Argentina

Demonstrators have lifted road blocks in the Argentine lemon-growing province Tucumán following a 30% wage rise deal.

April 08 , 2011

Lemon workers block Argentine roads

Workers in the world's largest lemon-growing region of Tucumán have blocked roads across seven different sectors, demanding better wages.

April 08 , 2011

Zespri clarifies voting confidentiality clauses

Zespri has defended itself in the wake of reports over breaking confidentiality agreements, pointing out constitutional changes made in 2009.

April 07 , 2011

Panama plans new US$300 million bridge over canal

Panaman Vice President Juan Carlos Varela has announced plans to build a third bridge over the Panama Canal, but this time on the Atlantic side.

April 06 , 2011

Chilean frozen blueberry sales rise 144% in 10/11

Attractive prices have led many Chilean blueberry exporters to shift some of their harvests to the frozen category, leading to added efficiencies for buyers.

April 05 , 2011