All South America articles
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NewsFyffes surpasses sustainability targets despite severe climate challenges
Fruit brand exceeds multiple targets in latest biennial report, achieving goals in waste reduction, water management and packaging despite facing severe climate change impacts including tropical storms and increased pests
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NewsHigh court overturns tomatillo polytunnel permission
Grower blocked from diversifying into exotic Mexican salad veg after neighbour takes fight to High Court to overturn tunnel installation
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NewsColombia sees big jump in banana exports
Number of containers shipped in first half of 2025 up 27.1 per cent compared to year-earlier period
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NewsAsia ambitions: Brands, growth and ultra-quick retail
UK produce companies joined Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong where discussions centred on brands, logistics and new market opportunities. Nina Pullman and Fred Searle report from the show
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NewsBrazilian lime exports keep on growing
Fruit is now the country’s third most exported product, generating thousands of jobs in rural communities
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica China Meet Up concludes in Guangzhou with strong global engagement
Second edition of China Meet Up attracts record number of international participants with over 1,400 attendees from 25 countries and regions
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NewsArgentine blueberry exporters seek to regain lost ground
Lack of investment in new genetics has left the country trailing behind its Latin American neighbours
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NewsMission Produce reports Q3 revenue growth of 10 per cent
Avocado specialist Mission Produce has reported a 10 per cent increase in total revenue to US$357.7mn for the third quarter, driven by higher volumes from Peru and Mexico
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NewsCosta Rican banana exports fall 20 per cent amid climate challenges
Corbana reports significant decline in banana exports as excessive rainfall and disease pressure impact production across Costa Rica’s Caribbean region
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NewsFyffes and Ocado open new school facilities in Belize
Fruit supplier and online retailer fund new educational facilities in south of country, providing safe classrooms for 271 pupils and a hurricane shelter for local residents
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NewsFresh Del Monte launches Uruguayan oranges in European markets
The first shipments of Del Monte-branded oranges from Uruguay’s Salto region are set to be distributed across Europe next week, strengthening the company’s year-round fresh fruit supply strategy
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NewsCamposol reports strong growth in first-half 2025 sales
Peruvian fresh produce group Camposol has announced significant growth in its first-half 2025 results, with sales jumping 22 per cent to US$222mn and volumes sold increasing by 38 per cent year-on-year
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NewsMission Produce to showcase avocado programmes at Asia Fruit Logistica
The avocado specialist will present its diversified sourcing strategy and ripening expertise as supply transitions from Peru to Mexico, New Zealand and Chile
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NewsAlternatives sought for Brazilian foods hit by Trump tariff
The Brazilian government has responded to the US’s move to slap a 50 per cent tariff on Brazilian produce by facilitating direct purchases for use in public schools and hospitals
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NewsPanama officials to meet with Chiquita owner in Brazil
Panama’s government is making diplomatic overtures to Chiquita in an attempt to persuade the multinational to resume banana production in Bocas del Toro province
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NewsHortifrut to showcase Asian market commitment at AFL 2025
Global berry producer-marketer Hortifrut will exhibit alongside strategic partner Naturipe at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025, highlighting its growing presence in Asian markets through local production and direct imports
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NewsSouth Africa’s blueberry sector rebounds with promising growth outlook
After several challenging years of declining production, South Africa’s blueberry industry is poised for a comeback with strong volumes expected during the peak season over the next two months
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NewsBerryWorld Asia launches with China debut and India campaign
Agroberries Group has established a new regional division, BerryWorld Asia, to distribute its licensed berry varieties across Asian markets, including first-time entries into China and India
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NewsStepacPPC champions sustainable pallet shrouds for fresh produce
Fresh produce packaging specialist StepacPPC has introduced Xtend Pallet Shrouds, an innovative full-pallet packaging solution designed to extend shelf-life of berries and other delicate produce while reducing plastic usage during transport
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FeaturesMaersk boosts investments in cold chain and tech
Recent updates include a Durian Express service, improved remote container management, in-transit ripening and a new trade and tariff support tool