All South America articles – Page 14
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ArticleEcuadorean port operator ramps up security
The explosion of drug trafficking and related violence in Ecuador has made security a hot topic in the banana industry. One business taking the problem seriously is Contecon, which operates the country’s largest port in Guayaquil
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AnalysisComment: Bumpy journeys ahead for grape suppliers
Of all the perishable cargoes affected by the Panama Canal drought, the Red Sea crisis, and infrastructure issues in South Africa, table grapes have been worst hit. And now, market prices may be about to fall
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ArticleChilean blueberry forecast revised upward
Latest estimate pegs export crop at 80,000 tonnes, up from the 73,500 tonnes predicted in November
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ArticleBrazilian apples carve out new markets
Consumers in the Middle East are showing a growing interest in Brazil’s premium export offer
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ArticleEcuadorean bananas at a crossroads
Ecuador’s banana industry faces serious challenges around security and climate change, but hopes are high in the sector following the election of President Daniel Noboa, heir to one of the country’s largest exporters of the fruit. Fred Searle reports from Ecuador
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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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CommentComment: Brand activism – just for show, or real substance?
To what extent have the banana multinationals been able to leverage ethical and environmental certification into their bottom lines?
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ArticleNew Planasa blueberry varieties do well in Peru in face of climate challenges
Breeder says blueberry varieties with zero cold requirements are the key to maintaining production levels as temperatures rise
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ArticleChile tests new cold treatment verification system for shipments to China
Pilot programme will speed up entry into China of fruit subjected to cold treatment
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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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ArticleSalix Fruits announces strategic new leadership in Chile and Egypt
Pascuala Vergara Sabaini and Haydy Shahin become country managers for Chile and Egypt respectively
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ArticleBrazilian fruit exports hit new record
More than US$1.2bn of fresh fruit shipped to global markets during 2023
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ArticleArgentina cautiously optimistic ahead of 2024 topfruit campaign
Exporters are consolidating their presence in Latin American markets
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AdvertorialCollaboration between fruit and shipping industry giants brings Chinese New Year gift to consumers
Joy Wing Mau partners with Shanghai International Port Group, Maersk, its suppliers, and Ouheng Group to improve the supply chain for Chilean cherries
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ArticleUnifrutti Group acquires Verfrut
Deal augments Unifrutti’s product offering by adding a strong table grape and cherry platform to its existing fruit basket
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ArticleIt’s not rocket science! Prepare for lift-off at Fruit Logistica 2024
Leading trade fair gears up for digital revolution in agriculture, with expanded focus on smart farming and technology startups
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ArticleChilean cherries celebrate new entry route into China
Cherry Express arrives at the port of Tianjin for the first time
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ArticlePort of Los Angeles fires starting gun on Chilean fruit season
US’s busiest seaport expects to handle 85,000 tonnes of Chilean fruit this winter
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ArticlePercy Muente named CEO of Agrícola Cerro Prieto
Muente previously served as CEO of Sudamericana de Fibras
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ArticleClaims of increase in Peruvian table grape exports “misleading”
Provid urges members to reflect the true situation of the current season