All South America articles
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NewsAgri-food is the top sector for seasonal worker abuse, report finds
New analysis has found the global agri-food sector saw most alleged instances of abuse against seasonal workers with UK retailers among 600 major employers linked to cases
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NewsFyffes Partnership for Good generates female business plans in Costa Rica
Collaboration between Trudi’s banana brand and Care International UK has seen 228 rural women participate in structured training
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NewsGlobal shipping crises “the new normal” say LatAm exporters
As the Gulf conflict enters its fifth day, companies say they have become accustomed to adapting to logistics disruption
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CommentComment: Middle East conflict threatens European exports
Philippe Binard of Freshfel Europe considers the potential fallout for fresh produce suppliers after military action escalated in the Middle East
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VideoThe Fresh Ideas Show: Are fruit and veg trendy at last?
Hear about the latest fresh produce business trends in the latest episode of Fruitnet’s video podcast, sponsored by Kanzi apples
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NewsSpain’s Mercosur fresh produce trade reaches €334m
Spanish fresh produce exports to the South American trading bloc reached €67mn last year, while imports totalled €267mn
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NewsBanana exporters weigh up options as Mideast war intensifies
With Ecuador in peak season, shippers are in a race to find alternative buyers and routes to market
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NewsStrong start to 2026 for Ecuadorean banana exports
Shippers benefit from production problems in Central America and Asia
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NewsCR banana sector boosts formal employment and economic stability
Banana cultivation generated 41,759 direct jobs and more than 100,000 indirect jobs during 2025
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NewsFairfruit expands product range and market reach
Company widens speciality portfolio while building on long-term partnerships with growers in Europe, Latin America and Africa
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NewsBeta reports 17 per cent jump in blueberry exports
Peruvian suppplier says it recorded significant growth in shipments during 2025 as country’s export trade continues to expand
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FeaturesEosta talks Raingrown initiative and Organic Fruit Heroes brand
Organic specialist is driving transparency with its Raingrown initiative, while targeting young consumers through its Fruit Heroes brand
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NewsSynergiaBio and GPG partner on Latin American berry genetics
Companies strengthen collaboration to co-develop raspberry and blackberry genetics tailored for Latin American production
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NewsUS tariffs “deeply concerning” says Frutas de Chile
Fruit association warns Trump’s latest move directly impacts the competitiveness of the Chilean industry in one of its main markets
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NewsGrape breeders in rights enforcement push in Peru
The Breeders’ Alliance engaged with Peruvian authorities to strengthen enforcement of plant breeders’ rights in the country
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PromotionFruitnet Grape Congress brings global experts to LUV Fiera
Fruitnet’s conference and networking event takes place in Bari, as part of a trade fair dedicated to the international table grape category
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NewsEcuador’s mango sector eyes new markets as tariffs bite
Exporters stepping up diversification efforts and banking on steady US demand to secure long-term growth
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NewsChile aims for greater uniformity in table grapes
Table Grape Committee standardises sizes to ensure better consistency for exports
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NewsPeru ramps up efforts to tackle heavy metal in avocados
Producers and government set out strategies to ensure food safety and international competitiveness
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NewsChilean cherries miss the sweet spot in China
Fedefruta president Victor Catán warns that the early arrival of the crop will impact grower returns