Fruits
Peru's fresh avocado exports increased by 35% in the first quarter.
2024-04-25 00:00
W ciągu pierwszego kwartału 2024 roku eksport świeżych awokado z Peru odnotował znaczący wzrost, osiągając 105 034 ton o wartości 233 milionów dolarów. Oznacza to wzrost o 35% pod względem wolumenu i o 46% pod względem wartości w porównaniu z tym samym okresem w ubiegłym roku. Ponadto, średnia cena peruwiańskich
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At the beginning of the year, there was a shortage of avocados, especially in larger sizes, but early imports from the Southern Hemisphere helped stabilize the situation. "During the first three months of this year, we observed fluctuations in raw material prices, especially for larger sizes, with prices occasionally reaching high levels."
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Polish orchard owners are fighting against a cold snap.
2024-04-25 00:00
In Poland, after an unusually warm period, owners of orchards and vineyards have started lighting bonfires to lessen the effects of a sudden cold snap on their crops. The earlier warm weather, with temperatures exceeding 25°C, caused plants to bloom prematurely, making them susceptible to...
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Springtime carrot prices in Ukraine are approaching historical lows.
2024-04-25 00:00
EastFruit analysts have reported a gradual decrease in carrot prices in Ukraine. Currently, the market is pricing carrots between 8 and 10 UAH/kg, which is equivalent to just 20 cents USD based on the latest exchange rates. These prices are similar to those seen in 2020.
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The Turkish Grain Board (TMO) announced last week that it is selling around 27,000 tons of hazelnut stock acquired from the 2022/23 and 2023/24 harvests. The prices set by the agency are TRY 130/kg for the 2023/24 crop and TRY 124/kg for the 2022/23 crop.
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Kazakhstan is a leading consumer of bananas in Central Asia.
2024-04-25 00:00
Bananas hold the top spot in the worldwide fruit market, consistently ranking as a favorite choice. They are not only a fundamental part of many people's diets globally but are also easily accessible year-round. However, an interesting trend has recently surfaced, as pointed out by analysts at EastFruit:
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Rodrigo de la Calle, a chef with one Michelin Star, one Green Michelin Star, and two Repsol Suns, delighted the audience at the Salón Gourmets this morning with three recipes that make up a complete menu consisting of a snack, a starter, and a main course with three main ingredients from Mimaflor, the commercial brand of Primaflor: pak choi, baby lettuces, and the new 'Seven Flavors' salad.
read moreDrip irrigation innovation has significantly increased the yields of a vegetable farm.
2024-04-25 00:00
A 2,000 acre (800 ha) onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Situated in the heart of California's Imperial Valley lies Jack Brothers Farm, a legacy spanning over a century, rooted in a commitment to innovation and…
A 2,000-acre onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Located in the heart of California's Imperial Valley, Jack Brothers Farm is a legacy that has lasted over a century, founded on a dedication to innovation and... read more
A 2,000-acre onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Located in the heart of California's Imperial Valley, Jack Brothers Farm is a legacy that has lasted over a century, founded on a dedication to innovation and... read more
A larger demand than anticipated resulted in organized chaos due to insufficient space for specialized reefer vessels from South Africa.
2024-04-25 00:00
"Organized chaos" is the best way to describe the shipping of products during the past 2023/24 deciduous fruit season from South Africa. Anlin Shipping has observed a significant rise in specialized reefer vessels, primarily from FPT, the privately operated terminal at the Port of Cape Town.
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The situation in Tajikistan's vegetable market is dire, with onion and carrot prices plummeting to unprecedented lows.
2024-04-25 00:00
EastFruit's detailed weekly price analysis, now in its sixth year covering Tajikistan, reveals a troubling situation for local farmers as prices for two essential vegetable crops, carrots and onions, continue to plummet.
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Blueberries after frosts in 2024. Up to 70% losses in some regions!
2024-04-25 00:00
The cold air masses that moved over Europe brought freezing temperatures, not just frost. The perceived temperature at ground level on the morning of April 23 dropped as low as -10°C (in the Częstochowa region). As reported by farmers from Wielkopolska and Lubelskie, the lowest temperature
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Insect-pollinated flowers are disappearing in the Netherlands.
2024-04-25 00:00
A recently published study from the Netherlands provides documentation of the continued decline of plant species that depend on pollination by insects and other animals. This study, drawing on data spanning nearly 90 years, raises concerns about biodiversity and food security. While not unexpected for many of us, it serves as an important reminder of the urgent need for conservation efforts.
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The markets were well supplied with prominent Greek and Dutch strawberries. Italian and Spanish offers were also notable, with Spanish offerings decreasing noticeably in the reported week. Meanwhile, there was a significant increase in the availability of domestic strawberries.
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On April 24, during the Medfel fair, Europêche released the European apricot harvest forecasts, indicating stability across Europe compared to last year. The projected production is expected to reach 523,986 tons, showing no variation compared to the 2023 campaign and a slight 2% increase.
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Jenna Tobin has joined the marketing team at Pear Bureau Northwest.
2024-04-24 16:00
The Pear Bureau Northwest has named Jenna Tobin as its communications and social media coordinator.
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European apricot volumes remain unchanged.
2024-04-24 16:00
The apricot harvest in Europe is projected to reach 523,986 tonnes this year, which is the same as last year and 2 percent higher than the five-year average for 2018-2022.
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The average price for avocados from Peru is increasing.
2024-04-24 13:00
The largest share (39%) was accounted for by the Netherlands, as reported by reefertrends. Following them are Spain (22%) and China (15%). The average price on the international market was 2.22 US dollars/kg, representing an increase of 8% compared to the previous year.
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Difficult situation for Peruvian banana industry.
2024-04-24 12:00
A decrease in purchases from the Chilean market has resulted in a significant drop in exports of Peruvian bananas this year.
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The value of Spain's fresh fruit and vegetable exports increased by 1 per cent in the January-February period, according to new data from the country's Department of Customs and Excise.
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The partners of the international business cluster 'Netherlands Fruit Basket Bulgaria' undertook their first business trip to the country, according to a report by the information service 'Agroberichten Buitenland'. Between the 1st and 5th of April, they visited Bulgarian producer companies for...
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