All South America articles
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Ecuador adopts new traceability system for ag exports
Move aims to increase consumer confidence and satisfaction in the country’s export offer
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Disease and climate change slash Brazil’s orange output
Brazilian orange farmers are braced for their smallest crop in 36 years in 2024/25, as they grapple with the impact of climate change and citrus greening. According to research centre Fundecitrus and orange juice exporter association CitrusBR, the two main orange producing areas in the states of ...
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Consumers want greater support for avocado growers amid climate change threat
Charity Christian Aid calls for action on emissions as water stress in key production regions like Mexico, Spain and Chile leaves future of avocado supply in doubt
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News
Oppy welcomes apple crop
The group’s supply covers a range of varieties and spans Washington, New Zealand, South Africa and Chile
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Colombian banana exports to bounce back
After last year’s drop in shipments, the country plans to increase banana exports in 2024
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New blueberry variety shows promising results for Camposol
La Chola characterised by high yield, firmness, large berry size and high brix
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Kissabel enjoys growth in Southern Hemisphere
The Australian campaign for Kissabel is set to continue until June to raise brand awareness, while efforts to expand the commercial window in Chile continue and South Africa prepares for the first tests in 2025
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Future-proofing Chilean citrus
Monserrat Valenzuela of the Chilean Citrus Committee, analyses the challenges and opportunities facing the sector
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Weak yen weighs on Japanese fruit imports
Depreciation of the Japanese currency sees average per kilo cost of imports increase 14 per cent year-on-year in first quarter
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Strong Chinese market drives Chilean fruit exports
Value of shipments climbs 4 per cent in the first quarter of 2024
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Comment
Comment: No time to waste on supply chain emissions
When it comes to assessing the carbon footprint of your business, it’s time to face up to net zero’s biggest challenge, says Ben Jones of Aethr Associates
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Global Cherry Summit sets out Chile’s consumption challenge
As output soars, investment in promotions, quality and logistics will be key to preventing an erosion in value
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Airfreighted produce “benefits 18m” says Fairmiles
New research suggests at least 18m livelihoods in developing countries are supported by airfreighted fresh produce
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Tough times for Peruvian bananas
Production issues and mounting competition from other suppliers hit exports
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Ecuadorean banana exports rally
Lower supply from Central America and Colombia favours Ecuadorean exports in March
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Frutas de Chile strengthens ties with Sichuan
Frutas de Chile and Sichuan Port and Shipping Investment Group sign collaboration agreement to promote fruit trade
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News
Challenging conditions in Peru threaten counter-seasonal asparagus supply
‘Values are being reset’ in the Peruvian asparagus sector and a combination of factors look set to limit future exports to the UK
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Fruit Attraction São Paulo draws international crowd
First edition of reflects the potential of the Brazilian fruit and vegetable sector
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WCO presents SH forecasts and elects new co-chairs
Sergio del Castillo and Badr Bennis replace outgoing chairs Justin Chadwick and José Antonio García
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Analysis
Fruit Logistica: Avocados – the state of the market and data for optimised marketing
Dr Hans-Christoph Behr and Antonio Lizano studied avocado production, trade and more on day three of Fruit Logistica in Berlin