Oranges

National consumption is decreasing – except in discount stores – and prices have increased by 25 points over the past five years, doubling to 50 points if we extend the period to ten years. On the production side, however, there is a certain stability, as well as in imports. read more

The brassica season is in full swing and eTop Melon, the company from Pantalla (Perugia), is working on enhancing this segment in every way possible, from the field to the warehouse. They are focusing on producing broccoli, white, purple, and orange cauliflower, and savoy cabbage. read more

The Spanish orange and rice, two emblematic crops of the Valencian Community, have been affected by the storm, although in the case of the fruit, worse consequences in the field are feared.

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The current green/orange CC TAG5 label will be replaced by a new yellow label (CC TAG6) starting on January 6th, 2025. All CC Containers in the pool must have the new CC TAG6 label along with a CC metal plate in order to be considered compliant within the CC Pool system. The reason for introducing the new label is to ensure better recognition and compliance within the system. read more

Trade Winds Citrus Limited (TWCL), Jamaica's top citrus producer, is currently dealing with production challenges caused by pests, diseases, and diminishing farmland, which are significantly impacting orange yields. One major contributing factor to the reduced yields is citrus greening disease, also known as citrus huanglongbing (HLB). read more

At the end of October, São Paulo state and Triângulo Mineiro, important regions for the citrus industry, received consistent rainfall and moderate temperatures. This shift in weather conditions has brought some relief to orange trees that were previously under stress due to drought and heat. However, the quality of the 2024/25 crop is still uncertain. read more

This week, the prices of apples experienced some changes. Varieties like Bramley's Seedling and Cox's Orange saw a small decrease of £0.02 and £0.01 per kilogram, respectively. On the other hand, Egremont Russet apples had a slight increase in price of £0.05 per kilogram, indicating a fluctuation in demand or a potential change in supply. read more

Plant growers in Vietnam, especially in the Vinh Long and Tra Vinh regions, are currently facing a significant drop in orange prices, leading to substantial losses for the farmers. The cost of cultivating oranges on a hectare of land is reported to be around 120 million VND. read more

Those who entered The Mastergrowers' greenhouse were met with a variety of Poinsettias in different colors. On October 31st and November 1st, the Poinsettia Trials were held in Honselersdijk, organized by Beekenkamp, Dümmen Orange, and Lazzeri. Graff Breeding, Florensis, and Selecta One also participated. read more

The Catalan citrus sector annually produces around 132,000 tons of fruits, the vast majority of which are mandarins and oranges. For the first time, the producers and distributors of these foods have a. read more

During his official retirement from Plantum on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, Niels Louwaars was awarded the Officer of the Order of Orange-Nassau. The recognition was presented to him by the deputy mayor of Gouda, Anna van Popering, in honor of his exceptional dedication to seed quality and plant breeding. read more

Roses Forever introduces a new product, the Princess of Orange Infinity rose. This new orange variety is the newest addition to the Infinity series, which was introduced to the market in 2012. "Bright orange was missing in the Infinity range, and we are pleased to expand our selection with another... read more

Khaled Alhabouny, the manager at Egyptian exporter Alhabouny Group, anticipates that this season will be outstanding for Egyptian oranges. Favorable climatic conditions are expected to result in an abundance of high-quality produce. read more

The Loskop Valley in Limpopo Province is starting its grape season in good condition. Although one farm was hit by a hail shower last week, the impact will be minimal. Overall, the European grape market is in a great position as the 2024/2025 grape season begins. The Orange River region in the Northern Cape is also expected to have a successful grape season. read more

"A change of season means a change of climate and naturally, a change of location," explains Chaouki Tajouri, fruit and vegetable manager at Leclerc Bourg les Valences. "Winter produce, such as squash, carrots, leeks, clementines and oranges, are the star products of the autumn season. They are" read more

In recent years, there have been several trends observed in the European citrus market. One such trend is the increasing demand for organic citrus fruits, driven by a growing consumer preference for organic and sustainable products. Another trend is the rising popularity of specialty citrus varieties, such as blood oranges and Meyer lemons, which are valued for their unique flavors and characteristics. Additionally, there is a growing focus on transparency and traceability in the citrus supply chain, with consumers seeking information about the origins and production practices of the fruits they purchase. Overall, these trends indicate a shift towards more diverse, sustainable, and high-quality citrus products in the European market. read more

How did the production of fruit and vegetable juices as well as frozen fruits and vegetables evolve in the three quarters of 2024? read more

The machines that Ideaal Machinebouw has been building for ninety years used to be green. Nowadays, they are orange. Orange is a more effective signal color for warning on the shop floor, and it may also prove beneficial for the Horst-based machine builder's international expansion. Just before its read more

The sale of Italian clementines has started. The new campaign for Italian blond oranges with the Navelina variety from the Southern regions of Italy has also been launched. The new campaign for Primo Fiore lemons has also begun. The first shipments of Tardivo and Variegated radicchio have arrived, with more expected soon. read more

In Norbugang, Pemagatshel, Bhutan, there is a significant transition happening among local farmers from cultivating mandarin orchards to engaging in dairy farming. This shift is a result of the negative effects of citrus greening disease on orange production. Dawa, an experienced orange farmer, has witnessed a drastic decrease in his income as the output of his orchard has declined due to this disease. read more