Melons

Pierwsze belgijskie melony Charentais sezonu zostały wyhodowane i dostarczone przez Josefa De Weerdt i jego córkę Indrę z Sint-Katelijne-Waver. read more

The Sicilian season of canary yellow melons grown in the open fields is about to start, and things are looking good. Azienda Agricola Altamore, located in Roccamena (PA) and led by Franco Altamone with his son Giuseppe, is among the leading players in Western Sicily thanks to its 100 hectares. read more

Sezon arbuzów w Maroku w 2024 roku napotyka na poważne trudności, z brakiem ilości i obawami dotyczącymi jakości. Obecnie bardzo mało lub w ogóle brakuje arbuza do eksportu lub na lokalnym rynku. Eksporter z Agadiru powiedział: "Obecnie nie ma dostaw arbuza z regionu". read more

Mid-May marked the beginning of the peak season at the Belgian hospitality wholesaler Square Melon. Pasquino De Vuyst of Square Melon and De Vuyst wholesalers said, "For us, the transition was not focused on Spanish stone fruit, but rather on the Belgian assortment that was introduced to the market." read more

Traditionally, melon sales are often influenced by the thermometer, making this year particularly tough. "Sales and prices are determined by the weather, and due to the cold, wet, and windy spring we've had, the melon market is quite disappointing. With temperatures ranging from 15 to 18 degrees, it's simply not possible to achieve... read more

The plants are also grown vertically because melon plants are related to cucumber plants, among others. Therefore, they can also grow vertically, guided by wires. read more

The campaign, which started in Almería, is now focusing its efforts on Murcia, highlighting its astonishing natural beauty. The essence of "It's not magic, it's nature" lies in the belief that nature itself is amazing and magical. By enjoying it, people can read more

The sale of "Dolce Passione" watermelons started during the first week of May, just as Macfrut was taking place. This Italian-selected watermelon is commercialized by 4 Italian companies that decided to work together and set up a consortium (Alma Seges, Cico-Mazzoni, Lorenzini Naturamica Op. read more

In recent years, the melon supply chain has focused on improving the organoleptic quality that reaches Italian tables. This mantra was reiterated in the latest IFN livestream (click here for more details), highlighting how each individual player plays a role. read more

Watermelon season is currently at its peak at Anecoop France, where they are showcasing one of their top products: the premium seedless watermelon variety called Bouquet Stars. This product is strategically positioned in the premium market segment and is being distributed across Europe by the cooperative. read more

The climate does not favor some productions, such as melons, leading to a decrease in prices, while watermelon is entering the market in full swing. New varieties of apricots are entering the market, such as Errani, Flopria, and Orange Ruby. The high prices of cherries are pushing consumers to... read more

The "Retato Mundial" melon, now a symbol of Sicilian fruits and vegetables, is about to conclude a memorable season from all perspectives: exceptional product quality and an enthusiastic market response. read more

"It's a young, dynamic watermelon, suitable for everyone - singles and families - and for all ages thanks to its high quality and service performance, such as its sweetness and a peel that is barely noticeable," said Salvatore Lotta, commercial director of Agricola Campidanese. read more

With Op Copla, the seasonal debut arrives with its niche product: the Ambrifello melon; a brand that has become a source of pride for the Lazio producers' organization that values a high-quality product grown in about ten hectares. The melons with the brand read more

Średnie ceny w supermarketach podobno wzrosły w ciągu ostatnich kilku lat, co pomogło zmniejszyć wpływ rosnących kosztów.

Average supermarket prices have reportedly increased over the past few years, helping to mitigate the impact of rising costs. read more

"The watermelon is one of the most widely grown fruits in Turkish agriculture," says Tarkan Kocakurt, CEO of the Turkish fresh produce exporter Heptaze. "Agriculture is a crucial sector that has been meeting the nutritional needs of people and animals from the past to the present. Watermelon holds significant importance in this sector." read more

Melon production in northern Italy was delayed, but the harvest is now in progress, and the first quantities are available. "The weather conditions in May slowed down the ripening process," explains Maurizio Carbonini, sales manager of Mantuafruit, "but now we are getting into the swing of things." read more

In Malaysia's Terengganu, the cultivation of Cucumis Melo, a hybrid melon developed from seven varieties sourced from China and Japan, is gaining traction among a new generation of farmers. This initiative, which began nearly a decade ago, aims to position Terengganu at the forefront of the melon industry. read more

"The picture that emerges from the government's monitoring of data on regular inflows in recent years, especially regarding seasonal work in the agricultural and tourism sectors, is disturbing, and President Meloni did well to report it to the Anti-Mafia authorities." read more

Italian melon suppliers have reported a significant increase in average retail prices in their domestic market over the past few years. read more