Exotic fruits

Longyearbyen, Norway, celebrated the return of the sun on March 8th after over four months of darkness with its annual Solfestuka Fruktfest at Svalbardbutikken, showcasing exotic fruits such as mangosteens, rambutans, and guavas. This unique event, highlighting the town's diversity with
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EastFruit analysts draw attention to the message from the Ministry of Infrastructure of Ukraine about the restart of container traffic in the Black Sea ports of Ukraine within 2-3 weeks. This news is extremely important for the Ukrainian fruit and vegetable business, especially for apple
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For years, the Piedmontese companyBattaglio Spa - a leader in the marketing of exotic fruit - has been extending its reach outside Europe for the development of fruit cultivation. In particular, it aims at citrus fruit production in South Africa, where - thanks to the
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On February 22nd, the Bremen-based wholesale company NHD Fruchtimport had double reason to celebrate. The company's founder and CEO, Hüseyin Demirel Sr., marked his 35th anniversary at the local wholesale market. This special occasion was celebrated with long-standing partners and customers
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3F Exotics have been exporting Thai exotic fruit and vegetables to markets around the world for many years. Some of the main vegetable exports are lemongrass, durian and Nam Dok Mai mango, whose main markets are in Europe. read more

Dole Italia, a leading producer and distributor of premium quality fresh fruit, announces the launch of a new exotic fruit line consisting of a wide range of Dole-branded products - Mango, Avocado, Papaya, Passion Fruit, Lime and Zenzero - aimed at satisfying the
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Exotics continue to see steady demand, but there is one variety that witnesses a higher increase in demand than others, which is mangosteen. "This product has become one of our most requested and valued products," says Rebecca Garcia with Cabefruit. "We are pioneers of Mexico-grown mangosteen
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Dole Italia launches the new exotic fruit line consisting of a wide range of branded products.The new range consists of 2 references, Mango and Avocado, with an Ean label on the individual fruit, and 6 references in flow pack tray,Mango, Avocado, Papaya, Passion Fruit, Lime and
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Interest looks to be continually growing in North America for exotic fruit. “Post-COVID, retailer data is showing us that consumers are continuing to seek “better for you” items which include tropical and exotic fruit. Aside from being more colorful and newer to North American consumers,
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Exotic fruit in the large-scale retail trade was the category that grew the most in volume sales in 2023, and by the same token in the shops there is a special focus by the chains with ever-changing spaces and assortments. To understand what the future holds in the large-scale retail trade
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The African Fruit Company (AFC), based in Hamburg, has announced the formation of a subsidiary. "With the establishment of the 'South American Fruit Company (SFC)', we are expanding and optimizing our offerings for our customers along the supply chain," says Stefan Heine, one of the two managing
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The year 2023 ended with a breakeven in volume sales for the fruit and vegetable department, even though the two half-year trends have opposite signs but with an ever-increasing inflationary effect. read more

The calendar mismatch does not help to assess the festive period, with days more or less sales than the previous year in weeks 51 and 52 of 2023, but also in the first week of 2024. The value trends for fruit and vegetables by weight imposed are positive and in double
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California is grappling with a major agricultural issue, as a tiny insect wreaks havoc on the state's farming industry. On Wednesday, Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled his plan to allocate $22 million towards tackling the problem. The governor's strategy involves investing millions in efforts to
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"It was an unusual year, with El Niño climate issues all over the world," begins Ad Verkerk of MBF (Meadowbrook Farms) Savannah, a Dutch company specializing in importing exotic fruits and vegetables. He is referring to the global weather conditions affecting the cultivation of many products,
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"During the Christmas week we unloaded an average of four pallets of exotic fruit per day and, year after year, more and more confirmations come in for these references. Demand is increasing and consumers are sparing no expense to get the best products to put on their tables.
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"Trade has picked up," began Edwin Janssen, a trader at Bud Holland in late November, referring to the run-up to the usually busy December. This Dutch company specializes in exotic fruit and vegetable imports and exports. He adds that exotic sales always start somewhat later in the Netherlands. read more

The December holidays have caused an uptick in demand for some exotic fruit varieties and Asian retailers in particular pair exotic fruits to increase store visits this time of year. “Our Brazilian Samba papaya and Ecuadorian white dragon fruits are doing exceptionally well in Canada and
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According to Patrick Stoffels of Stoffels Foods, the demand for exotic fruits is not as good as last year. "That may be partly due to the prices and year-round availability. Passion fruit, for instance, is no longer as special at Christmas; you can buy it all year round. Physalis is this year's
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