Chilean producers crushed by second consecutive year of frosts

A Chilean grower says frosts in southern production regions have destroyed 30-100% of several fruit crops.

October 16 , 2014

Chile set for improved 2014-15 blueberry campaign

After a troublesome 2013-14 deal, the world's leading blueberry exporter is looking much stronger this year.

October 14 , 2014

Argentina will be 'substantial' processed blueberry player, says Comfrut

As Chile's frozen blueberry industry continues to grow, falling international prices could see its next-door neighbor focus far more attention on the sector in the 'medium-term'.

October 13 , 2014

Uruguay's blueberry volumes to shoot up in 2014

With a Chinese market opening on the cards, good weather has fared very well for Uruguay's blueberry producers.

October 10 , 2014

Naturipe Farms' compostable packaging up for PMA award

Naturipe Farms says its innovative and recyclable packing aligns with organic consumers' values.

October 10 , 2014

Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited to replace HAL

After a lengthy process Australia's new levy-backed horticultural industry body has been formed.

October 08 , 2014

Second round of Argentine port strikes called off

Despite some port delays in Argentina last month due to strikes, the blueberry industry says damages weren't severe.

October 02 , 2014

Argentina: first airfreight blueberry exports lift off from Tucumán

APRATUC Guillermo Olivera says blueberry growing conditions have been "benign" compared to last year.

September 30 , 2014

Peru: Camposol to hold blueberry tastings in Germany, U.K.

Produce multinational Camposol is set to raise blueberry exports by 150% this year.

September 25 , 2014

Chile: profits blossom for Hortifrut in 2013-14

Chilean berry multinational Hortifrut did not let the Lobesia botrana crisis and port strikes get in the way of an exceptional financial result for 2013-14,

September 15 , 2014