South America news archive – Page 7
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CommentIs the removal of tariffs on dollar bananas a betrayal of West African producers?
Reefer Trends editor Richard Bright explores whether abandoning the import tariff on Latin American bananas would amount to a betrayal of producers in West Africa, as the Afruibana trade body contests
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NewsFPJ Potato Special out now
We explore the latest innovation and production hurdles in the potato sector as growers and new industry body GB Potatoes search for solutions
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ArticleChile kicks off 2023/24 grape campaign
Exporters still awaiting US publication of Systems Approach protocol
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ArticleBoliva and Paraguay suspend banana exports to Argentina
Producers says they have not been paid for months, leaving them in an unsustainable position
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ArticlePeruvian strawberry exports keep on climbing
Shipments between January and September totalled 20,338 tonnes shipped for a value of US$34m
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ArticleCamposol appoints Ricardo Naranjo Fernandez as CFO
Naranjo has extensive experience in business management, most recently as CFO of Chile’s San José Farms
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ArticleBanacol owner refutes drug trafficking claims
In a strongly-worded statement, GreenLand Group denies company’s involvement with the illicit trade
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ArticleEl Niño slashes Peruvian mango production
Volumes will be down 70-80 per cent in 2023/24 says ProMango
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ArticleAcorbanec marks seven years of growth
Association thanks its members for their resilience and commitment in tackling the challenges facing the sector
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ArticleRains hit early Chilean cherries
Early varieties affected across different parts of the country, says Fedefruta
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ArticleSeed breeders welcome landmark decision on EDVs
Ruling raises serious questions over the question of uniqueness in horticultural breeding, and could bring cases like the high-profile Nadorcott-Tango dispute to a close
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ArticleYouphoria focused on collaboration
New Greek fruit brand Youphoria is prioritising quality over quantity as it aims for a collaborative approach with the right growers and the right customers
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ArticleArgentina resumes exports of organic citrus to the EU
First shipment of organic lemons arrives in the European Union after a 20-year absence
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ArticleChilean Cherry Committee releases first forecast for 2023/24
Export crop pegged at 95.4m cartons but subject to change due to adverse climatic events
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ArticleBanana Time showcases Ecuador’s banana sector
Industry show in Guayaquil celebrates growth of Ecuadorian banana exports but discusses the various challenges currently facing the sector, from security to climate change
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ArticleHortifrut appoints new commercial director for Europe
Saskia Polak brings over 20 years’ experience of Southern Hemisphere sourcing to new role with Chilean berry specialist
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ArticleBiome Makers expands global operations
Company’s BeCrop technology now available to growers in Australia and Brazil
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ArticleWonderful unites Southern Hemisphere citrus growers
California-based grower symposium is hailed as a special event for Southern Hemisphere citrus producers
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ArticleColombian Hass avocados to headline at Territorio Aguacate
The conference and expo prepares to welcome the international avocado trade next month
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ArticleCosta Rica reaffirms commitment to sustainable banana production
Industry marks 30th anniversary of Banana Environmental Commission by setting out new green pledges