Apple

The Moldova Fruct Association, citing the customs service of the Republic of Moldova, reports that in December 2023, more than 7.5 thousand tons of fresh apples were exported from the country for a total amount of about US $4.5 million. In November 2023, Moldova exported little more of these
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South African pome fruit producers are looking forward to exports bouncing back. This is on the back of a lower pome fruit export crop due to hail damage in some of the major fruit producing areas during 2023. read more

“The US is experiencing its largest apple crop ever,” says Don Roper with Honeybear Marketing. Washington, the country’s largest growing state, is seeing a production increase of nearly 40 percent, resulting in a total production volume of close to 140 million boxes. With the Midwest and
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Vip presented itself with its stand (D/65, Hall 29, Agorà Marca Fresh) at Marca by Bologna Fierecon a proposal capable of responding to the needs of an increasingly attentive and aware target; read more

South African apple and pear growers are expecting an increase in exports this year, a welcome boost after a lower crop last year following to hail damage in some of the major fruit producing areas. read more

Nufri’s Envy apple has been awarded the Taste of the Year 2024 quality seal for Spain and Portugal. The certification scheme covers products that score highly in consumer taste tests. read more

The October update of the import-export data of the fruit and vegetable sector, analysed by Agroter's Fruit and Vegetable Monitor, confirms, once again, the worsening of the trade balance in volume (with a deficit well above 400,000 tonnes); however, the sector is holding
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The simple average price for apples of the 4 major EU producers (in € per 100 kgs) stood at €94 in January. That is €24 above the 5-year average. read more

Nufri's Envy apple has been awarded the 'Flavour of the Year 2024' seal, for both Spain and Portugal, which certifies the product's taste qualities, as it has been tested and approved by a demanding tasting panel of more than 80 regular consumers of Nufri's Envy apple, which has been awarded the 'Flavour of the Year 2024' seal.
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The Moldova Fruct Association, citing the customs service of the Republic of Moldova, reports that in December 2023, more than 7.5 thousand tons of fresh apples were exported from the country for a total amount of about US $4.5 million. In November 2023, Moldova exported little more of these
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In December 2023, Aldi, Tesco and Sainsbury's led the way regarding the intake of apples from BAPL growers. Aldi bought 3,499 tons, Tesco took in 3,482 tons, Sainsbury's received 2,600 tons. read more

Belgian Jonagold apples continue facing a challenging situation. Prices are somewhat better than last year's disastrous season. Still, many growers, like Bert Morren, opt for other crops. "Ultimately, we see the most potential in pears. We started the transition a while ago, so have only about
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Northlanders are finding it challenging to locate apples in supermarkets and local stores. However, it's not an apple shortage, but a temporary lull. Over the past month, a noticeable absence of apples has been reported, with varieties like Rose, Royal Gala, Granny Smiths and Simply Reds being
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Compared to the previous year, a smaller apple harvest was recorded in the eastern German region, albeit with good quality. "Sales in the first few months have been relatively good. We have also been able to raise prices, which was necessary to cushion the ubiquitous cost increases in
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In response to a drop in apple production, the Himachal Pradesh government has turned to Italian companies for assistance. The decline in production has been attributed to the low survival rates of imported saplings. As a solution, the government is inviting Italian firms to establish nurseries
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According to EastFruit analysts, after the New Year holidays in Uzbekistan, apple prices resumed their growth after a long period of stability despite the traditional weakening of demand. In the first week of January 2024, wholesale apple prices jumped by an average of 20% and were 29% higher
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We have long wondered about the trend in apple growing in the lowlands and what the prospects are for the sector in the long term. To give you an up-to-date picture of the situation, we spoke to Enrico Zignani, apple category of Apofruit, one of Italy's largest cooperatives
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Golden Bay Fruit New Zealand based apple grower, packer and exporter, concluded their 2023 season with a company export record – surpassing 1.6 million cartons of apples, marking a significant milestone for the company. read more

The Juliet® apple, which celebrated its 20th anniversary last season, is produced exclusively in France and organically by 190 growers on 700 hectares of land. The bicoloured apple continues to expand both in France and abroad. Its commercial season started mid-October, and shows this year
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Ukrainian farmers have sharply increased prices of high-quality apples in the currently week, EastFruit project analysts report. The range of wholesale prices for such apples went up to 14-22 UAH/kg (US $0.37-0.58/kg), depending on the quality, variety and batch size offered. Consequently, fresh
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