Cherries
Azerbaijan earns $120 million from sweet cherry export over 3 years
2024-02-16 00:00
Sweet cherry exports from Azerbaijan see steady growth, reaching approximately $120 million over the past three years, according to recent data from the Ministry of Agriculture.
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“In the last week before the Chinese New Year, cherry demand and prices reached a peak point”
2024-02-16 00:00
The Chinese New Year (CNY) is synonymous with bright red cherries from Chile, with the second biggest export number of this sought after fruit sent to this Asian nation this year. According to Andy Xie, an importer from the company Junli based in Shanghai, China, the pricing was higher just
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Moldovan Fruits celebrated at Fruit Logistica 2024
2024-02-16 00:00
The year 2023 was a successful one for Moldovan fruits. Cherries, plums, grapes, and apples produced in Moldova found their way to an increasing number of consumers in the European Union and on such distant markets as Gulf countries and Asian regions. Moldovan producers adjusted their production
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Red-colored fruits like strawberries, raspberries, and cherries are popular leading up to Valentine’s Day. Berry company Driscoll’s came up with the idea to offer a heart-shaped raspberry clamshell to contribute to a healthy Day of Love. The clamshell was re-introduced to the US and Canadian
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"Second most important Chilean cherry season in terms of volume and most important to China"
2024-02-14 00:00
Despite spring rain early in the season Chilean cherries have registered their second biggest export season to China and other world markets this year, with 412 thousand tons that have been sent. According to Claudia Soler, head of the Chilean cherry committee: “The biggest volume started to
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Extreme cold event hits British Columbia cherries
2024-02-13 00:00
Cherry growers in British Columbia are reeling following January's deep freeze event that threatens to dramatically reduce the 2024 BC cherry crop.
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A record volume of cherries has been exported via the TPS
2024-02-13 00:00
The South Pacific Terminal of the port of Valparaiso (TPS) has achieved a significant milestone this season. So far in the 2023-2024 season, a record more than 213,000 tons of cherries have been exported via the TPS. This is 15% more than in the previous year surpassing the previous 185,000 tons
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Consumers in Asia, the US and Europe will benefit from Unifrutti's recent acquisition of Verfrut with a focus on bringing a range of fruit to these markets. Mohmed Elsarky, Unifrutti CEO says, "The acquisition aligns with our strategic goal of expanding our global reach in Asia, particularly
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Fruit plants, vegetative awakening is early
2024-02-09 00:00
The buds of the fruit trees are already swollen. An unseasonable development due to the mild, sunny climate and temperatures above the seasonal average, especially in the middle hours of the day.
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Fruit breeder licenses protected plant varieties to Chinese growers
2024-02-07 00:00
Fruit breeding company BLOOM FRESH™ specializing in table grapes, cherries and raisins, is responsible for table grape varieties such as COTTON CANDY®, SWEET SAPPHIRE® and SWEET GLOBE®. It will license its protected plant varieties to Chinese growers, providing ongoing support for their
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Unifrutti grows by acquiring Castellana farm in Sicily
2024-02-06 00:00
Just a few days after signing an agreement to acquire one of the leading producers of grapes, cherries, blueberries and other fruits in Chile and Peru, Verfrut (click here to read more), the Unifrutti group today announces the acquisition of the Sicilian farm Castellana (in the
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According to iQonsulting, up to week 4, Chile has exported 81 million boxes of cherries, exceeding the company's initial 80-million estimate. However, this season's export volume is not expected to reach the more than 83 million boxes achieved in the previous season.
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Mega fires hit operations at Port of Valparaíso
2024-02-05 09:00
The port of Valparaíso has been forced to reduce its operations due to the wildfires that have swept through Chile’s central region in the last four days. The fires come at the height of the Chilean fruit season, when exports of cherries, grapes and stonefruit are in full swing.
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From tomatoes to small fruits: how to measure firmness
2024-02-02 00:00
Small fruits such as blueberries, cherries, strawberries, and tomatoes: measuring their firmness is essential to assess the right harvesting time. "As the products are sold at a considerable price per kg, they must reach the market at the right ripening stage to please consumers. Firmness is an
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COT International looks back on the successes of the past year and shares its plans and prospects for 2024, while sketching out the trends of tomorrow. The French breeder based in the Gard department, has come a long way and is now present in over 30 countries (30% increase and growing market
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Table grape breeder conducts first ever Open Day in Peru
2024-01-31 00:00
BLOOM FRESH™, specializing in the breeding of table grapes, cherries and raisins, conducted its first-ever table grape Open Day in Ica, Peru in early January. More than 80 growers and licensees attended the event, where some unique and popular table grape varietals from the company’s
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Summerfruit NZ gives domestic sales promotional push
2024-01-29 01:00
Industry body Summerfruit NZ has launched a social media promotional campaign encouraging domestic consumers to purchase more fruit over the summer.
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Cherries have become a major player in the fruit wholesale market. New batches are constantly arriving. Currently, most of the varieties on sale are Lapins, with small fruits such as XL, J, and JJ-class being the main ones. The second most popular variety is Regina. Other varieties include Bing,
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The first consignments of Chilean cherries using a new method to monitor cold treatment during transit have arrived at the port of Shanghai.
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Farmers’ protests throughout France
2024-01-25 00:00
“Nearly 85 departments will be taking action,” according to FNSEA president
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