Melons

W Nigerii nadciśnienie tętnicze dotyka około 29% dorosłych, jak podaje Narodowy Instytut Zdrowia, co podkreśla konieczność skutecznych strategii zarządzania. Bogactwo bioróżnorodności kraju dostarcza różnorodne owoce, które mogą pomóc w kontroli ciśnienia krwi. Te owoce są łatwo dostępne. read more

On September 18, 2024, at the Mazurkas Conference Center in Ożarów Mazowiecki, the Fresh Market 2024 took place – the largest B2B meeting in Poland and Central-Eastern Europe dedicated to the fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers industry. The event brought together key producers, suppliers, and buyers from major retail chains in Poland and neighboring countries. read more

ZimTrade is focusing on exporting rock melons to diversify Zimbabwe's export base, as reported by NewsDay Business. A rock melon export cluster has been established, which involves collaboration with local universities, vocational training centers, smallholder and rural farmers, and a local consolidator. read more

"Complex season but rich in satisfactions and, fortunately, in Sardinia it is still summer," begins Salvatore Lotta, commercial director of Agricola Campidanese, in response to our request to outline a picture for his Group of the watermelon campaign nearing its conclusion. read more

A few days ago, during the Confindustria assembly, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (pictured above) criticized the European Green Deal, calling it the result of an ideological approach that has led to deindustrialization at the expense of decarbonization. As reported by La Stampa, read more

W Brazylii sektor rolniczy boryka się z poważnymi wyzwaniami, gdy kraj boryka się z poważnymi pożarami i długotrwałą suszą, najgorszą od siedemdziesięciu lat. Marcos Meloni, plantator trzciny cukrowej z Barrinha, kluczowego regionu rolniczego w stanie Sao Paulo, bezpośrednio doświadczył wyniszczających skutków. read more

Kantar has revealed its ranking of the most popular fruits and vegetables among the French during the summer of 2024, based on the quantities purchased over the two summer months. The top 3 are as follows: Fruit: Melon takes the top spot as the number 1 choice. read more

The members of Proexport account for the majority of Spanish production of salads, leafy vegetables, broccoli, cauliflower, celery, artichokes, and melons, as well as significant quantities of tomatoes, bell peppers, watermelons, grapes, and lemons, among others. This takes place from the 8th to the 10th. read more

The national melon campaign of 2024 started at the beginning of April with Sicilian products showing prices close to 3 euros per kilogram. Before that period, Moroccan netted melons were available with significantly lower prices. Moroccan melons had quality... read more

Fruits, often overlooked in the luxury food sector, have a surprising presence due to their high price tags. Among these, Japan's Yubari King Melon and the UK's Lost Gardens of Heligan Pineapple stand out, commanding prices of up to $30,000 and $1,500 respectively. This list highlights the pinnacle of luxury fruits. read more

Today we present the ninth edition of the column dedicated to the evolution of the profile of the national fruit and vegetable purchasing manager, made possible through the collaboration between Monitor Ortofrutta by Agroter and Consumer Panel by GfK Italia. read more

Estrada Company S.A., a Panamanian family business with over 26 years of experience in exporting watermelons, has successfully solidified its position in the growingly competitive European market, overcoming logistical and climatic challenges in the sector. General Manager Jasser read more

At the Intermarché store in Gerpinnes, Belgium, a display showcasing seasonal fruits like melons and grapes is placed right at the entrance of the store. Such practices are a regular part of the store's daily routine. "Our team strives to create an eye-catching display at least once a week," said a store representative. read more

Gino Sorbillo, a famous Neapolitan entrepreneur and pizza maker, is once again sparking discussion with a new creation: watermelon pizza. After stirring up controversy with the controversial pineapple pizza, Sorbillo is now launching an even more surprising combination that has already divided opinions once again. read more

Farmers in Badghis, Afghanistan, are experiencing significant losses caused by worm infestations in their melon crops. The problem, worsened by economic difficulties, has made it difficult for farmers to buy the required fertilizers and insecticides to safeguard their fields, putting their crops at risk. read more

5.3 kg per plant and 27.6 liters of water to produce 1 kg of fruit in just over two months. In a greenhouse and using the soilless NFT (Nutrient Film Technique) system, despite the presence of almost 300 mg/L of sodium chloride in the water used to prepare the nutrient solution. read more

For national watermelons, the marketing period has now been extended, starting from the end of April and (surprisingly) ending well into October. Climate change also encourages consumption of this fruit/vegetable even in the autumn months. You might be interested. read more

The beach umbrellas are still open, and summer fruits dominate the table: watermelons, grapes, peaches, and plums steal the show. However, among the stands of Italian wholesale markets, Italian pears have been making an appearance for a few weeks now, but it seems like no one is paying attention to them. read more

Exsa Europe has acquired a strategic share in Agricola Salutaris, its melon supplier in Brazil. Agricola Salutaris owns a 400-450 hectare melon farm, along with a packing station and harvesting equipment. "Our strategy is to have a strong presence near the source of our main products. This approach has already proven successful." read more

A species of melon, previously thought to be almost extinct, is making a comeback in Montreal, its city of origin. The Montreal melon, which was once considered a luxury item popular among the elite in the late 1800s, is being revitalized through local efforts. This fruit was traditionally grown along the St. Lawrence River. read more