Apple

The road of PDO as a lever for the relaunch of the Verona fruit and vegetable supply chains. After the Verona Igp Radicchio, more recently, the Verona Igp Peach reemerged in the spotlight thanks to the work of the new Consortium and a renewed productive and commercial prominence. read more

The Cosmic Crisp® apple was planted on a commercial scale back in 2017, with the first apples being sold in December 2019. As of now, more than 22 million trees have been planted in Washington state alone. An additional 800,000 trees are expected to be added for the 2026 nursery season, which ends in. read more

Frutas de Chile has provided the initial estimate for the 2026 apple season, indicating moderate growth in total exports and significant changes in the sector's varietal composition. The report, prepared by the Pink Lady Committee with input from 31 exporting companies, contains data covering. read more

Retail chain Waitrose and supplier Worldwide Fruit have emphasized their dedication to British-produced goods by introducing a special Jazz apple tractor and trailer sampling display. read more

Although growers have the role of being caretakers of the land and are accountable for the environment, which is sometimes not fully recognized, they are also entrepreneurs who must prioritize financial aspects. One major expense for farms is the cost of fertilizers. It is crucial to strike a balance between these considerations. read more

British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) has commissioned an independent analysis to assess the potential impact of the ongoing conflict in Iran on production costs for British apple and pear growers. According to Andersons Midlands, inflation since 1 March 2026 has already increased costs by £31.30 per ton. read more

In an increasingly dynamic fruit and vegetable market, the apple category is facing crucial challenges, from the generational turnover of consumers to the need to give new value to traditional varieties. VIP, the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of Val Venosta, and read more

Fresh Del Monte has announced the layoff of 850 banana workers in Costa Rica, citing export losses linked to the appreciation of the local currency. The layoffs represent 5.3% of the company's workforce in the country. Fresh Del Monte, which also exports pineapple, mango, melon, and other fruits. read more

Determining the ideal storage conditions for apples begins with harvesting the fruit at the optimal maturity. The physiological maturity of the fruit at the time of harvest will determine how long the fruit can be stored, the conditions under which it can be stored, and the markets to which the fruit can be sold. read more

The strategy of storing apples for longer periods in anticipation of higher end-of-season prices did not deliver the expected results for growers in Ukraine, Poland, and Moldova. Instead of rising prices, the European fruit market saw stagnant or lower prices for both dessert and processing apples. read more

On 1 April 2026, European apple stocks amounted to 2,152,982 tons, compared to 1,765,797 tons the previous year, showing a 21.9% increase. Italy retained its position as the top holder of apple stocks with 666,088 tons, up by 3.3% year-on-year. Poland followed with 509,000 tons, marking a 34.3% increase. read more

China has extended its zero-tariff treatment to include all 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic relations, opening up new opportunities for Africa to increase exports and industrialization amidst the global challenges of protectionism. read more

Wysoko w górach prowincji Free State na wschodzie RPA plantacje jabłoni zbierają ostatnie dwie odmiany: Cripps Pink i Cripps Red. Ci plantatorzy rozpoczynają sezon zbiorów jabłek i są pierwszymi, którzy go zakończą. "W ogólności mieliśmy bardzo dobre plony, zarówno pod względem ilości, jak i jakości" - mówi. read more

Exports of apples from Moldova decreased in April 2026, which is unusual for that time of year. The export volume was 10.2 thousand tons, a decrease from 10.8 thousand tons in March. March shipments were also lower than the five-year average for that month. The Association Moldova Fruct, referring to customs data, reported these findings. read more

W lutym Polska wyeksportowała 17 700 ton koncentratu jabłkowego niealkoholowego o zawartości cukru powyżej 67 Brix, co stanowi wzrost o 200 ton czyli 1% w porównaniu z styczniem, według wstępnych danych handlowych zagranicznych Głównego Urzędu Statystycznego. Kategorie produktów to CN 20097919 i 20097911. W porównaniu z lutym ubiegłego roku. read more

The Polish weather has not been favorable for Polish fruit growers, as the winter has already caused damage to the apple buds, according to Jakub Krawczyk, export manager for the Polish apple exporter Appolonia. "During the winter, temperatures dropped as low as -20°C, causing significant damage to the apple buds." read more