All Costa Rica articles
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CommentComment: A pivotal moment for the banana industry
Business urgently needs fair prices, mutual transparency, and a shift away from over-certification, says Banana Link’s international coordinator
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NewsDel Monte to bring Rubyglow pineapple to Europe
The pineapple will be introduced to Europe in 2025 having been launched in China and North America this year
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NewsMultinationals deny allegations of improper chemical use in Costa Rica
Dole and Chiquita both quoted in report about country’s banana and pineapple industry, published this week by The Guardian
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NewsDel Monte recognised for sustainability
Fresh produce giant is named as a 2024 Seal Business Sustainability Award winner for its efforts to promote sustainability in emerging economies
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ArticleIran’s Zarrin explores options for Latin American bananas
Following a tour of Latin American producers, Alireza Emami, CEO of Iranian trader Zarrin Group, sees strong potential for Costa Rican bananas in the Middle East market
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ArticleKaufland defends low banana prices
Retailer responds to criticism from Latin American industry groups and argues sales price does not always reflect the amount paid to suppliers
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ArticleComment: Cheap bananas are here to stay
Unless the supply of bananas into European markets can be managed somehow, shippers in Latin America, Africa and the Caribbean will always be at the mercy of retailers.
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ArticleKaufland accused of ‘predatory’ banana price strategy
Group of Latin American banana industry associations say retailer has abandoned its commitments on sustainable and ethical supply
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ArticleHigh 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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ArticleManga Rica makes most of Peruvian mango shortage
Costa Rican grower-exporter is seeing strong demand on the international market this year
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ArticleLeFresh gears up for arrival of first Costa Rica melons of 2024
Lower volumes from Brazil firm up European prices for start of Costa Rican campaign
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NewsDel Monte launches red-shelled Rubyglow pineapple
Rubyglow is first being launched in China in time for Chinese New Year, as part of the company’s debut in the market
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ArticleLatAm banana sector slams proposed new price cut by European retailers
Industry says the strategy of downward purchase prices should not be resumed
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NewsDole Costa Rica wins social responsibility awards
Company receives AmCham Grand Winner Award for efforts that support its workforce and wellbeing in Costa Rica
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CommentIs the removal of tariffs on dollar bananas a betrayal of West African producers?
Reefer Trends editor Richard Bright explores whether abandoning the import tariff on Latin American bananas would amount to a betrayal of producers in West Africa, as the Afruibana trade body contests
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ArticleCosta Rica reaffirms commitment to sustainable banana production
Industry marks 30th anniversary of Banana Environmental Commission by setting out new green pledges
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ArticleCosta Rican pineapple and banana exports bounce back
Strong European demand and favourable climatic conditions fuel double-digit increase in exports in first half of 2023
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NewsEU exports to Latin America “limited”
Fepex reports that exports came to just under 360,000 tonnes in 2022, compared with imports of 7.4m tonnes
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ArticleCamposol targets Latin American expansion
Company goes for growth in Latin American markets in new diversification drive
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NewsFyffes opens Costa Rica packhouse
New facility designed to minimise bruising to fruit, increase packaging capacity through multiple processing lines, reduce water consumption and improve occupational health