Apple

The managing director of Scales Corp, New Zealand's largest apple exporter, stated that a "change in strategic direction" led its biggest shareholder, China Resources Enterprise (CRE), to sell its 15 percent stake and leave the company. read more

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At the age of 31, David Runge, who was born in Germany, has developed a strong interest in Africa's vibrant business landscape. He first got involved with the continent through internships in Uganda and South Sudan, which set the stage for his future projects. After completing his academic... read more

In September, there were significant amounts of new season British apples from British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) growers, however, not all UK supermarkets immediately put them on their shelves. Aldi and Lidl both had strong September sales of British apples supplied by BAPL. read more

Market participants in Europe are preparing for a tough year in the apple and orange juice sectors. Brazil's Fundecitrus is expecting a 30% decrease in orange production in São Paulo and West-Southwest Minas Gerais compared to last season's 307.22 million boxes. read more

British apple and pear growers have harvested large quantities of fruit in the first month of the domestic season, but not all UK supermarkets were quick to stock their shelves. read more

China Resources Enterprise (CRE) has divested a 15 percent stake in Scales Corporation, which is the largest exporter of apples in New Zealand and the owner of Mr Apple and Fern Ridge Produce. read more

South African avocados have gained new market access in the East, and the country's apples and pears are set to return to Thailand after a long absence. Citrus sources have also noted potential opportunities in Thailand, pending the resolution of certain issues. read more

Not long ago, Ligol variety apples did not stand out in terms of price in the wholesale offer of Polish "red apples". But this situation has already started to change, and it is becoming increasingly likely that we are facing another season of more expensive Ligol apples. What are the current prices of Ligol apples in large wholesale quantities? read more

Amerykańskie jabłka odzyskały dostęp do indonezyjskiego rynku po ogłoszeniu przez indonezyjski Urząd Karantanny zniesienia ograniczeń w oświadczeniu zeszłego tygodnia. read more

As Texas grapples with an unprecedented drought, attention is focused on upcoming plantings and harvests of crucial vegetable crops. "The current drought is more severe compared to the previous year. While we have received some rain, it has not been substantial enough to have a significant impact on our." read more

Crunch Time Apple Growers, a cooperative of over 150 family farmers in New York state, has completed the harvest of this year's RubyFrost™ apple crop. Retailers are advised to place orders promptly to secure stock for consumers. The harvest was approximately two weeks ahead of schedule. read more

Watermelons are among his favorite fruits, but he often 'draws' on pumpkins, melons, carrots, oranges, apples as well. We are talking about Giuseppe Guida from Puglia, who is a world champion in fruit carving, which is the art (of oriental origin) of carving fruits and vegetables. read more

Brian Diehl, co-owner of Brant's Apple Orchard, reported a successful apple growing season as it approaches its end. Diehl mentioned the orchard's success in attracting customers from both the local area and from further away. read more

Single-use plastic packaging in the produce industry is a much more complex issue than many people realize. It is a concern that growers are particularly sensitive to because they are often required to purchase and pay for the packaging chosen by retailers, with little control over the decision-making process. read more

Apple canker (Neonectria ditissima) is a widespread fungus that causes significant damage, especially to apple trees but also occasionally to pear trees. It can infect trees in almost all environmental conditions, particularly in the autumn and winter. read more

A recent report on the economic impact of the New Zealand apple and pear industry has shown that the industry has contributed nearly NZ$2 billion in total revenue to the national economy in the past year. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, ceny hurtowe jabłek odmiany Gala na Ukrainie, w Mołdawii i w Polsce osiągnęły rekordowe poziomy jak na ten okres roku. Jabłka Gala są najbardziej popularną odmianą wśród eksporterów i coraz bardziej preferowane przez lokalnych konsumentów. Zazwyczaj ceny jabłek Gala różnią się. read more

The Kashmir Fruit Growers and Dealers Union has reported a 30 to 40 percent decrease in apple production in Kashmir this year. This decline is due to unpredictable weather patterns and a decrease in precipitation, with untimely snowfall and rain during the crucial flowering stage having a negative impact. read more