All South America articles – Page 5
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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
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NewsPeru looks to Asia to diversify blueberry markets
Andean nation says forecast growth rates will only be sustained by opening new markets
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NewsPeruvian grapes on course to maintain export lead
As the 2025/26 season approaches, preliminary projections point to further growth in both volume and value
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NewsFirst consignment of Ecuadorean Tango arrives in US
The shipment by Ecuagroimport marks a new milestone in the country’s product diversification strategy
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica exhibitor preview: Americas
Exhibitors from the Americas celebrate market access breakthroughs and highlight new product lines, marketing initiatives and expanded supply windows
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NewsSun World expands global table grape network
New additions in Egypt, Chile and Italy boost year-round access to premium grape varieties
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NewsEosta launches Jucy Organic Raingrown oranges from Peru to Europe
European organic produce leader Eosta has introduced Jucy Gold Organic Raingrown oranges from Peru, featuring 45 per cent juice content and sustainable cultivation methods that rely solely on natural rainfall
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NewsBrazilian orange juice exporters face multimillion-dollar losses
Industry body says combined effect of tariffs and falling international prices could cost exporters US$536mn
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NewsFresh Del Monte Produce announces avocado and lime joint venture with Colombia’s Managro
Facility enhances Fresh Del Monte’s year-round supply of avocados and limes to North America and Europe