Apple

In this week's wholesale market, the supply of imported avocados and pineapples has increased, while the supply of Peruvian blueberries has declined further, leading to price hikes. In contrast, prices for some imported citrus fruits, such as Australian oranges, have dropped. read more

The Council of Ministers of Belarus has imposed a requirement for licensing the export of apples, onions, and white cabbage. This directive, signed by Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko, is intended to guarantee the availability of these agricultural products on the domestic market during the off-season. read more

Lizzy's Nieuwe Oogst, a specialty store for fruits and vegetables, is excited to introduce the new Sweet Lizzy apple. This newly developed apple variety, exclusively distributed by Postuma AGF, has just completed its first full harvest. "We view it as a great alternative to the Pink Lady apple. read more

According to analysts at EastFruit, following Kazakhstan's ban on the export of apples from the country, Belarus has recently implemented a similar ban. This ban also applies to exports to Russia. In addition to apples, onions and white cabbage are also restricted from being exported. read more

In Himachal Pradesh, despite a favorable market this season, there is an underlying concern among apple growers due to a decrease in annual production and shifts in horticultural practices. Official data reveals that around 2.25 crore apple boxes have reached markets, fetching initial prices. read more

The European producers of the Pink Lady apple variety are expecting a great season this year, with an estimated harvest of over 220,000 tons. This represents a projected increase of 5% compared to the previous season. read more

The previous season was successful for Red Jonaprince apples. They were in demand and had better prices than most other varieties. How does the 2024/2025 season look in this regard? read more

Belarus has reported a significant increase in the sales of locally grown apples and vegetables, as the country aims to meet its domestic demand for produce during the off-season. Alexei Bogdanov, Minister of Antimonopoly Regulation and Trade, pointed out that both last year and in the current read more

Rząd Ontario will invest up to $400,000 over the next four years to support a strong marketing campaign to increase consumer awareness and sales of locally grown apples and tender fruit. This investment, in partnership with the Ontario Apple Growers, will fund a wide range of initiatives... read more

"Introduced to the market this spring, our first small crop of the Bloss concept apple sold out quickly," says Tim Kievits, Brand Manager at FruitMasters. "The current crop is expanding rapidly, with more growers planting trees and entering production. Bloss has performed excellently." read more

As Israel grapples with the continuing conflict known as the War of Iron Swords, its economic impact is greatly affecting food security, especially during the Rosh Hashanah and Sukkot holidays. Recent reports from Leket and BDO show a significant increase in food prices, with fruits and vegetables seeing a 9% rise. read more

W Srinagarze zostało nawiązane znaczące partnerstwo między Nischler, wiodącym w Europie szkółką drzew jabłoni, a Qul, kashmierskim innowatorem w dziedzinie hortikultury. Ta współpraca, działająca pod nazwą „Nischler-Qul”, ma na celu transformację przemysłu jabłkowego w regionie Himalajów, z ambicjami do... read more

Europe's apple exports to the Middle East remain highly popular due to their exceptional quality, diverse varieties, superior taste, consistency, and year-round availability. These apples are favored by luxury retailers, hotels, gourmet dining establishments, and health-conscious consumers looking for premium, nutritious options. read more

Vog, one of the leading European apple producers' consortia, is providing an update on the progress of its autumn apple campaign at Fruit Attraction. The Kanzi apple, celebrating its 20th anniversary, returned to the market in mid-September. The Marlene brand and the diversity of apples are also being highlighted. read more

Okanagan Specialty Fruits® (OSF), the developer and grower of the Arctic® apple varieties, has announced that its fourth apple variety, Arctic Gala, has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for commercialization. This was the last step in the process. read more

FruitMasters, the largest fruit cooperative in the Netherlands, is aiming to establish a new standard for apples in stores by introducing a taste guide at the beginning of the topfruit season, as reported by Fruitnet. read more

Kazakh growers are facing difficulties in the market due to intense competition from imported products. Reports show that in the first seven months of 2024, Kazakhstan saw a 58% rise in apple imports compared to the same period in 2023, reaching around 107.3 million. read more

According to ABC.AZ, the wholesale prices for high-quality Guba apples in Azerbaijan currently range between 50-60 gapiks. The region started its large-scale apple harvest in mid-September, with some of the produce being sent to local, metropolitan, and regional markets within the country. read more

First planted in 2000, the Juliet apple, which is organically produced and exclusively grown in France, has successfully established itself in the traditional apple market segment. The variety has seen good growth, with around 700 hectares of orchards currently planted. Vincent Lehallier, director of Les Amis de Juliet. read more

W październiku franczyzobiorca McDonald's w Michigan podkreśla rolę lokalnych producentów jabłek w dostarczaniu produktów dla ogólnokrajowej sieci restauracji. Ken Berg, który prowadzi sześć restauracji McDonald's na zachodnim Michigan, wyraził wdzięczność za włączenie produktów z Michiganu do ich menu. Podkreślając to... read more