Chilean Strawberries Face Climate Challenges with Alpina 10 Breakthrough
The agricultural sector in Chile is abuzz with anticipation as Agromillora Sur and the Municipality of San Pedro de Melipilla prepare to host a Field Day on October 26th. The event will showcase the remarkable results of the Alpina 10 strawberry variety, which has demonstrated exceptional productivity and adaptability to adverse climatic conditions. Planted in late February, the Alpina 10 strawberries are now ready for harvest, offering promising potential to revolutionize strawberry production in Chile.
Chile Achieves Record Non-Copper Non-Lithium Exports
ProChile has announced a historic milestone in Chile’s export sector, with non-copper non-lithium exports surpassing $40.212 billion by September 2026. This represents an 11.9% increase compared to the same period in 2025. In September alone, exports reached $4.199 billion, marking a 10.4% year-on-year growth. This sustained growth underscores the diversification and competitiveness of Chile’s exportable offerings, as highlighted by ProChile’s Market Intelligence Department.
Chilean Walnut Exports Surge by 58.6%
Chile’s walnut industry continues to thrive, with exports soaring by 58.6% this season. Over 95% of the national production is sold abroad, with key markets including India, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. Nearly half of Chile’s walnuts are exported with shells, while 45% are shelled. The industry’s focus remains on quality, with producers emphasizing the color, condition, and pulp yield of the nuts.
Massive Wildfires Threaten Indonesian Cities
Indonesia is grappling with devastating wildfires that have engulfed several cities. The intense flames are consuming vast areas, producing massive smoke columns visible from afar. The situation poses significant challenges for local communities and authorities as they work to contain the fires and mitigate their impact.
Water Scarcity: A Critical Economic Challenge for Chile
Felipe Larraín, Director of CLAPES UC, emphasized the economic implications of water scarcity during his speech at Enagro 2026. He highlighted that water availability is no longer just a climatic or agricultural issue but a first-order economic challenge. Larraín stressed that addressing water scarcity is crucial for sustaining Chile’s agricultural growth, employment generation, and export competitiveness.
Unifrutti Commits to 100% Renewable Energy
In a significant step toward sustainability, Unifrutti has signed an agreement with Copec EMOAC to power its Chilean operations with 100% renewable energy. The four-year contract, effective since June 2026, ensures an annual supply of 53.8 GWh of renewable energy. This initiative aligns with Unifrutti’s sustainability goals and reinforces its commitment to environmentally friendly practices.
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- Frutillas frente al desafío climático: los resultados de Alpina 10 que sorprende a productores chilenos - Portal Agro Chile (Portalagrochile.cl)
- ProChile destaca récord de exportaciones no cobre no litio: superaron los US$ 40.212 millones a septiembre (Prochile.gob.cl)
- Exportaciones de nueces suben 58,6% (Sancarlosonline.cl)
- Los incendios masivos que azotan Indonesia en las últimas horas ponen en jaque a varias ciudades (Meteored.cl)
- Clapes UC | Felipe Larraín en Enagro 2026: "La escasez hídrica es un desafío económico de primer orden para Chile" (Clapesuc.cl)
- Unifrutti firma acuerdo con Copec EMOAC para abastecer sus operaciones en Chile con energía 100% renovable - Portal Agro Chile (Portalagrochile.cl)