RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - According to Chile's Office of Agricultural Studies and Policies, the country is number one in fresh grapes, fresh blueberries, dried plums, fresh plums, and fresh plums dehydrated apples. It is number 2 in fresh cherries and walnuts in shell and 3 in shelled walnuts, bulk wine, and frozen raspberries.
They have a growing population but suffer from resource shortages that, in many cases, affect the agri-food industry. Addressing this problem is critical for the country because Chilean agriculture is responsible for 11% of national employment and generates US$10 billion.
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