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On Tuesday, December 9, the usual Marketing Committee meeting of Assomela took place, during which updated data on the production and market trends of Italian apples were analyzed. read more

Rosja znacząco zwiększyła import gruzińskich jabłek w 2025 roku, kupując prawie cały krajowy zbiór i osiągając najwyższy poziom od 17 lat. Według danych celników gruzińskich, Rosja importowała 13 700 ton jabłek o wartości 8,7 miliona dolarów w okresie styczeń–październik 2025 roku, więcej niż read more

Iranian apple imports to India are stable, with quantities similar to last year, according to Aliyar Sehal from Fruco EXIM. "Iranian exporters started shipping Red apples in October, and the first shipments arrived at Mumbai's Nhava Sheva port within 8 to 10 days, providing them with an early market opportunity before." read more

Eksport jabłek z Włoch do Bliskiego Wschodu i Azji otrzymał właściwy impuls po stopniowym wznowieniu niektórych usług wysyłkowych przez Kanał Sueski. read more

New Zealand apple exporters supplying the US have been forced to consider their options in the face of a 15 percent tariff, according to a report from Radio New Zealand. read more

Pineapple growers in Quynh Thang, Vietnam, are reporting significant losses due to yellowing leaves, root rot, and plant collapse persisting for over a month. Local authorities estimate that more than 400 hectares of land have been affected, impacting almost 200 farming households. Growers indicate that the symptoms started after. read more

On December 8th, the French Minister of Agriculture inaugurated the Food Sovereignty Conferences at the Rungis MIN, with the goal of outlining a national agricultural strategy for the next decade. However, according to the French Apple Pear Association (ANPP), "this endeavor cannot be pursued or succeed without the read more

The Assomela Marketing Committee met on December 9th to review the updated Italian apple production data and current market performance. The national output for December is reported to be 2,317,545 tons, a volume slightly below but broadly aligned with 2024 levels. Regional trends show mixed results. read more

The fresh fruit market in India is currently witnessing significant growth, especially for apples, pears, and grapes. This growth is fueled by increasing demand for premium and diverse varieties, both locally sourced and imported. The apple market, in particular, is thriving due to robust domestic production and sustained high demand. read more

Yuriy Falé, Executive Director of Moldova Fruct, provides an overview of the current status of apple production in Moldova, export patterns, and the implementation of high-density orchards. This year, despite two waves of April frosts severely affecting stone fruits and cherries, Moldova managed to harvest approximately 412,000. read more

It is Instagrammable, recipe-worthy, it is "More", in every visual, sensory and gustatory declination. It is MelaPiù, the apple of the Ferrara Consortium (Fuji MelaPiù®, the original, and the more recent Gala MelaPiù®). Its presence has started on the shelves, characterized as always by read more

Renetta DOP, the renowned apple from Val di Non, is once again at the center of a major initiative to support research, prevention campaigns, and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle. Following the positive experience started in May of this year, Melinda and the AIRC Foundation... read more

The rise of pineapples as a leading fruit alongside traditional top-selling varieties like bananas, apples, and oranges has been validated in a consumer survey carried out by Nielsen. read more

Apple prices across major EU producers have been decreasing in the early months of the 2025/26 season. Prices in Poland, Italy, France, and Germany for the months of August, September, and October (€/100 kg) have all fallen below their levels from the previous season. In Poland, the price in August started at 108 €/100 kg, and continued to decline. read more

Belarus plans to use imported apples to make up for a lower domestic harvest when creating its state agricultural reserves. This decision comes after a new government resolution was issued, which amends the regulations for providing fruits and vegetables from stabilization funds through the state procurement system. The document provides clarity on how... read more

The fresh deciduous fruit sector in Turkey is projected to face major challenges in MY 2025/26 due to extreme weather events such as frost, drought, and hail. These events have led to a significant decrease in production levels for apples, pears, and table grapes. Apple production, for instance, is expected to decline by 60 percent to 1.8 read more

After the positive experience that started in May between Melinda and Fondazione Airc, the collaboration is renewed with Renetta Apple as the protagonist in support of cancer research. The campaign involves national radio stations, along with digital and social media activities. read more