South America news archive
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Growth potential in berries is “immense”, says new Agrovision CMO
Fadi Karam brings a wealth of experience in confectionery marketing to berry supplier, as it targets new markets across the globe
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Frutas de Chile assesses impact of US port strike
Some 580 containers of fruit – mainly – are believed to be heading for the US East Coast
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Conflict and cold weather cramp Ecuador’s banana exports
A succession of challenges have made it hard for the country to build on increasing market demand, says AEBE
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Peru resumes grape exports to Ecuador
Shipments were suspended in 2015/16, during which 7,130 tonnes were exported
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Ecuador banana exporters tackle disease in Los Ríos
AEBE and provincial government officials devise plan for monitoring teams to inspect and control plantations
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Lemon growers in Argentina consider switch to oranges
As global lemon prices fall under the weight of excess volumes, one report suggests producers in Tucumán might look to fill gaps in the orange juice market
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Chilean Blueberry Committee showcases industry advances
New quality seal launched at first-ever Blueberry Day, held to mark start of the new campaign
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Two Chilean exporters secure direct deal with Freshippo
Copefruit and Garcés Fruit will supply fresh fruit direct to almost 400 Chinese stores operated by Alibaba-owned supermarket chain
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Brazilian macadamias gain access to UK, South Korea, Australia and Angola
Country is relatively minor player in terms of production, but new access is important as global market demand continues to grow
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Camposol welcomes successful talks with unions
Camposol has reported that it has reached a satisfactory agreement with each of the three unions representing its workers: the Camposol SA Workers’ Union, the Camposol Plant Workers’ Union and the Camposol Field Workers’ Union. “These agreements guarantee significant improvements for our workforce, while ensuring the company’s ...
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Fruitnet and Agtools team up to provide top-class insight and analysis
Publisher will use Agtools’ award-winning data platform to enhance its coverage of the international fresh produce business
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Trade comes together at Summit in Chile
Joint Fruit Logistica and Asia Fruit Logistica business meet-up in Santiago on 22 October provides engaging content and networking opportunities
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Brazil and South Korea discuss tariff cuts for grapes and strawberries
Senior officials have held bilateral talks in Seoul aimed at boosting agribusiness trade between the two countries
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China’s Tianjin port offers new gateway for Peruvian blues
New route heralds fresher arrivals for consumers in Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region
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BeeHero brings pollination tech to Peru
CONAPI and BeeHero partner to bring precision pollination technology and education to Peruvian beekeepers
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Chilean exporters prepare for US port strike
With the first blueberry shipments due in a few weeks, exporters hope for swift resolution to conflict
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Frutura announces sustainability milestones
Agrícola Don Ricardo becomes first Frutura company to achieve B Corp Certification
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Peru advances talks with China for exports of pomegranates and pecans
Deal expected to be signed at November’s APEC Leaders’ Summit
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GPG and F2 secure new UC Davis strawberry licences
Renowned US breeding centre has reached new international agreements with UK-based Global Plant Genetics and Mexican group Fresa Fortaleza
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Berries ZA casts its net wider in the East
As South African blueberry exports to traditional markets move into full gear, there are also efforts to increase access in the East