South America news archive – Page 14
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NewsNature’s Pride drives CO2 reduction and WASH initiatives
Group joins with Berries Pride to take “significant steps” in increasing the sustainability of avocado and blueberry production
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NewsDel Monte to bring Rubyglow pineapple to Europe
The pineapple will be introduced to Europe in 2025 having been launched in China and North America this year
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NewsFairtrade creates “resilient” banana supply chains
The minimum price for Fairtrade bananas at ‘ex-works’ level is to increase by an average of 3.6 per cent compared to 2023
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NewsChile braced for 59 per cent hike in cherry exports in 2024/25
Shipments set to achieve a new record due to surge in new plantings
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NewsColombia’s largest banana exporter excited about new port
Much-awaited opening of Puerto Antioquia in north of country also represents watershed moment for exports of avocados, mangoes and plantains
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NewsEosta switches to seafreight for Peruvian Ataulfo mangoes
The delicate Ataulfo mango, previously only transported by air from Peru, is now available by sea, according to Dutch organics distributor Eosta
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News‘Options limited’ for importers as US port strike continues
Suppliers and distributors hope for speedy resolution to dispute as shipments are diverted – some to destinations outside country
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NewsHortifrut launches virtual reality tool
BerryReality is an immersive virtual reality experience that presents the berry industry from within
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NewsGrowth 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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NewsFrutas 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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NewsConflict 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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NewsPeru resumes grape exports to Ecuador
Shipments were suspended in 2015/16, during which 7,130 tonnes were exported
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NewsEcuador 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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NewsLemon 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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NewsChilean 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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NewsTwo 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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NewsBrazilian 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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NewsCamposol 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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NewsFruitnet 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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NewsTrade 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