THEY BEGAN EXPORTS TO EUROPE YELLOW KIWI

For the first time Argentina began exporting organic yellow kiwi to Europe,
thanks to the contribution of the National Agricultural Technology
Institute (INTA), whose technicians monitor the rate most appropriate
maturity for harvest and other factors that influence the organoleptic
properties of this fruit. Good prices for the exchange rate, the increase
in demand for these fruits in Latin America and the excellent quality of
kiwis produced in the southeastern province of Buenos Aires boosted
exports. Thus, and each value -called fruit Jintao fresh weight, flesh
color, firmness and soluble solids content is obtained. In recent years,
domestic production of kiwi grows a sustained way, especially around the
city of Mar del Plata. Renowned for their excellent quality, these fruits
are positioned in the world market and growing demand among European
consumers and Asians. Good prices for the exchange rate, the increase in
demand for these fruits in Latin America and the excellent quality of kiwis
produced in the southeast of the province boosting exports. Perfect,
advised by common especialistasDe agreement, the laboratory quality and
postharvest fruit and vegetable INTA Balcarce, with the participation of
the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, National University of Mar del Plata,
collaborates with the company Patagonian Fruit Trade in weekly assessment
the maturity of the fruit in different batches of yellow kiwi found in San
Francisco Collado and El Dorado. "We chose the accompaniment of INTA
Balcarce for its outstanding expertise in the subject," said Nicolas
Sanchez -Vice President of the company- adding that "have very good
availability and willingness, along with a proactive attitude to work
closely with us."