Apricots

For this year, an apricot harvest of 508,291 tons is targeted for the mentioned cultivation countries, which represents a decrease of -10% compared to the previous year's quantity (563,167 tons). However, this number could still decrease in the coming weeks, as some European regions... read more

This was reported by the Dutch agricultural information service 'Agroberichten Buitenland'. In an interview with the news agency Beta, the renowned fruit cultivation expert reportedly explained that the frost between March 18 and 19 had damaged around 80% of the apricots and 65% to 70% of the early. read more

The Italian apricot campaign kicked off during Easter week, with the first batches arriving in the markets from Puglia. The market in Verona is reporting a good interest in the product despite this being the debut. read more

In Ukraine's Mykolaiv region, a sudden cold spell in April has had a severe impact on the stone fruit crop, causing almost complete destruction of apricot, cherry, and cherry plum harvests. Reports suggest that some farms have experienced total losses. Olena Piskun, director of the agriculture department of the Mykolaiv Regional read more

The first Ninfa variety apricots are already being harvested in Puglia. Approximately 4-5 tonnes per day are entering the warehouse of the Spina Group, where they are processed and sent to Italian customers. The volumes are expected to double starting from next week (the 17th in 2025). read more

Turkey has been affected by one of the most severe cold spells in the country's history, causing significant damage to crops such as apricots, apples, hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds, grapes, and vegetables, as reported by Hurriyet Daily. read more

Turkey recently experienced one of its most severe agricultural frosts, with temperatures dropping significantly between April 10 and 12, as announced by Agriculture and Forestry Minister İbrahim Yumaklı. "These unfavorable weather conditions resulted in one of the largest agricultural frosts." read more

Turkey recently experienced one of its most severe agricultural frosts, with temperatures dropping significantly between April 10 and 12, as announced by Agriculture and Forestry Minister İbrahim Yumaklı. "These unfavorable weather conditions resulted in one of the largest agricultural frosts." read more

Unseasonal frosts in early April have caused significant damage to fruit crops in multiple regions of Ukraine, with apricot orchards among the worst affected. Growers in Vinnytsia, Rivne, Kherson, and other areas are reporting widespread losses due to freezing temperatures that coincided with. read more

In April, frosts in Ukraine can affect the harvest of fruit trees, especially apricots. The regions of Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zakarpattia are expected to be the most impacted. Volodymyr Pechko, the head of the NGO "Ukrgardenprom," discussed potential crop losses with a journalist from UNN. "We are still read more

Farmer's in Bulgaria's Sliven region are reporting significant damage caused by a sudden cold spell. Sub-zero temperatures and snow have led to the freezing of hundreds of acres of cherries, peaches, and apricots. Farmers are stating that losses are approaching complete devastation for the entire region. read more

Uzbekistan eksported 2,400 tons of dried apricots valued at $3.3 million in the first two months of 2025, as reported by the National Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan. The six main importers of Uzbek dried apricots during this time were: Kazakhstan with 901.1 tons, and China with 305.6 tons. read more

Recent frost events have had a significant impact on Serbia's fruit sector, especially apricots, with damage reaching up to 95% in certain regions, according to Zoran Keserovic, a professor at the Novi Sad Faculty of Agriculture. The warm weather earlier in the year accelerated the development of reproductive organs. read more

Ostatnie poranne przymrozki wpłynęły na uprawę owoców w Serbii, szczególnie dotykając wcześnie dojrzewające odmiany owoców pestkowych. Zachodnia część Serbii doświadczyła znacznego uszkodzenia. Raporty wskazują, że morele zostały poważnie dotknięte, aż do 95% plonu zostało zniszczone, jak zauważono przez. read more

For the past week, fruit growers have been on high alert for the possibility of sub-zero temperatures returning. They are utilizing various methods such as spraying, candles, and towers to protect apricot trees that are currently in full bloom. Temperatures as low as -5 degrees were recorded in the Rhone Valley on March 15th and 16th. read more

As Chilean stone fruit shipments come to an end, growers and shippers reflect on some challenges faced this season. The Chilean stone fruit season typically starts at the end of November with the first air shipments of nectarines, apricots, and peaches, although plums also saw. read more

Apricots in bloom, peach trees beginning to flower, plum trees, apple trees, and pear trees in full vegetative growth. It is already full spring for the orchards in Veneto, with temperatures in recent days reaching 18-19 degrees. But it is not good news, because the terrible frosts of 2023, which read more

Trucks are delivering the final batches of peaches and BC pears to the drying racks at Cape Dried Fruit, where peeled and unpeeled peaches, apricots, pears, tomatoes, mangoes, prunes, and raisins are dehydrated under the sun or in ovens. As temperatures begin to cool towards early autumn, the drying season comes to an end. read more

The planting season for deciduous fruit trees has ended in Greece. "Kiwifruit, apricots, and persimmons were the top three products of this year's planting season. Cherries, peaches, and nectarines had good sales, while there was very low demand for apples, as growers once again faced poor conditions." read more

During the 2025 Agriculture Fair, a significant agreement was signed at the Eco-responsible Orchards stand, establishing a strategic partnership between Carrefour, the National Association of Apples and Pears (ANPP), and the Protected Designation of Origin Peaches and Apricots of France (AOP). This three-year commitment aims to strengthen... read more