Uzbek exporters have expressed worries about the recently implemented minimum export prices for cherries and apricots, stating that they distort market prices and lower their profits. This issue, which has sparked widespread discussions on social media, arises from the use of a uniform price for various types of fruit. read more

The apricot crops in the Spanish Region of Murcia have been facing higher temperatures in recent years. Warmer winters are affecting both traditional and foreign species, leaving them with insufficient time to adapt. As a result, one of the major challenges for researchers is to develop new fruit tree varieties. read more

On the EastFruit Trade Platform, potatoes have become the leading commodity, surpassing white cabbage, with active trading involving seven countries. This includes substantial contributions from Ukraine and Egypt, as well as last season's supplies from the Netherlands and Belgium. read more

The summer fruit campaign is in full swing, but very small quantities of apricots are being recorded. According to the analysis of Rocco Viggiano, one of the founders of the Fevi Frutta fruit and vegetable wholesale company in Policoro (Matera), very low volumes of apricots were harvested. read more

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Considered a smaller drupe fruit along with cherries and plums, the apricot has never been able to compete with peaches and nectarines in terms of surface area and volume. However, in recent years it has consolidated its position, with cultivated hectares in the estate - unlike the peach - and consumption. read more

There is currently a limited supply of produce available, particularly in the apricot category. Demand continues to be high, leading to active markets and very good prices. This observation is supported by Mirco Zoffoli, a foreign sales collaborator at Domenico Laghi. Apricots in single-layer trays are in high demand. read more

Italian production of netted melons is on the rise, with smooth melons also starting to be sold. Cherry production is at its peak, but prices are still high and are slowing down demand. Apricots are off to a slow start, as their quality is not yet at good levels. read more

The fruit cultivation sector in Ukraine is reporting negative effects from recent drought and frost conditions. Stone fruits, such as apricots, have been hit the hardest, with some apricot farms experiencing losses of up to 100% in certain areas. Cherry crops are also facing reductions of 30-50%. Deputy Head of the sector, Denys Marchuk, has noted these challenges. read more

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