All South America articles – Page 21
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NewsPlanasa blueberry varieties acclaimed by LatAm specialist
Improved genetics and better agronomic management “key” in overcoming climate stress says Dr Prometeo Sánchez
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NewsChilean cherry exports flat in 2023/24
Cherry Committee reports record-breaking season in China, but shipments to non-Asian markets down
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NewsStrong Super Bowl showing lifts January exports of Colombian avocados
Colombian Hass avocados continue to make inroads in the American market. The Andean nation shipped almost 1,500 tonnes of avocados to the US ahead of this year’s Super Bowl, an increase of 56 per cent on last year’s total. The figures helped lift January exports by 53 ...
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NewsMore support needed for banana producers hit by climate and costs
The growing impact of climate change and soaring production costs mean urgent action to address unsustainable banana prices is essential, according to Fairtrade Foundation
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NewsRío Negro sees big rise in cherry exports
Shipments up by more than 40 per cent in the 2023/24 campaign
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NewsClimate change poses “enormous threat” to banana business
United Nations economist predicts price increases for consumers as temperature rises make it harder to protect existing production
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NewsPeruvian mango sector counts cost of El Niño
High prices caused by limited global supply allowed exporters to partially offset losses, but not enough to compensate for the drop in production
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NewsUnifrutti buys two Peruvian suppliers to boost blueberry and avocado supply
Bomarea and AvoAmerica Peru set to bolster distributor’s supply base as global demand for both products continues to grow
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AnalysisAnalysis: Could US east coast imports change forever?
As more and more Moroccan citrus and Chilean table grapes arrive in containers rather than reefer ships, there are major consequences for logistics and terminal operators along the Delaware River
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NewsBanana producers pile pressure on European retailers
Latin American, African and Caribbean industries repeat calls for action ahead of next week’s World Banana Forum
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NewsDole joins Global Women Fresh on International Women’s Day
World’s biggest fruit and vegetable supplier commits to take part in projects that promote gender equality and female empowerment across the entire industry
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NewsMastronardi Produce joins Sekoya blueberry club
Company says it plans “aggressive” expansion of supply base across North and South America as retail demand for premium-quality blueberries continues to grow
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NewsChilean grape exports set to grow slightly this season
Volumes to US will ramp up from mid-March, making this a good time for retail promotions, says Grape Committee
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NewsProvid reflects on ‘table grape campaign to forget’
El Niño stopped Peru’s export growth in its tracks in 2023/24, but it wasn’t all bad news
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NewsIndia cuts tariff on Chilean blueberries
Tariffs on shipments of fresh, frozen and dried blueberries go down from 30 per cent to 10 per cent
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NewsVanguard puts water conservation label on Latin American grapes
Water For All, a project run by Continental Fresh, offers customers chance to demonstrate corporate responsibility when it comes to preserving natural resources
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NewsSustainability takes centre stage at Global Avocado Summit
Chile will host the Global Avocado Summit in November, as experts analyse the state of the industry, including the sustainability challenge and Chile’s rise to become one of the largest global consumers
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NewsReybanpac leads sustainability panel for Ecuadorean companies
Five leading companies took part in the event to highlight the importance of corporate sustainability
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NewsHigh Colour pineapples a draw for consumers, says Jalaram Fruit
The company’s Costa Rican-grown pineapples are becoming increasing popular on the European market
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NewsInka’s Berries launches two premium blueberry varieties
Abril Blue+ and Alessia Blue+ meet needs of Peruvian growers for robust, resilient, high-yielding and flavourful varieties