Papaya

Diseases caused by viruses are the main obstacle to papaya production on a global scale. More than 45 viruses have been reported in tropical and subtropical regions. However, only the Papaya Ringspot Virus (PRSV) and the virus complex that causes the Meleira disease are considered threats to papaya production. read more

During the India vs Bangladesh Test in Kanpur, BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla was humorously caught eating papaya on live TV. When the camera zoomed in on him, Shukla quickly put his fork down, trying to act as if nothing had happened, even keeping food in his mouth without chewing until... read more

With the Navratri festival in full swing, the demand for fruits has increased significantly. Prices for watermelon, melon, papaya, and pomegranate have surged, while prices for custard apples, chickoo, mosambi, oranges, and lemons have remained stable. The fruit market received over 70 tons of mosambi, 40 tons of... read more

Aktualnie dostępność papai jest bardzo ograniczona. "W ciągu ostatnich trzech lub może czterech tygodni zauważyliśmy, że dostępność zaczęła maleć, a teraz jest bardzo niewielka" - mówi Lance Peterson z Super Starr International, który pozyskuje papaje z Meksyku. Jednym z powodów tak ograniczonej dostępności jest to, że. read more

In Cuba, the papaya, locally known as "frutabomba," has been a common fruit in households for a long time. It is a key ingredient in desserts and milkshakes, particularly during shortages of other ingredients. The papaya is not only a culinary staple but also a cultural symbol, often depicted in artworks. However, it has become less accessible in recent times. read more

The white foam plastic nets now have competition. Exotic fruits like mangoes or papayas can now be individually wrapped in wood fiber for added protection during transport. This material can also be used to securely pack items like bottles without causing any unwanted pressure marks. 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

Brazil has experienced a significant growth in its papaya exports, with a 13% increase in volume up to August 2024, according to a report by Comex Stat. During the period from January to August, the country was able to export 28,000 tonnes of papaya, earning $37 million in revenue, representing a 4% increase from the previous period. read more

The Brazilian papaya producer and exporter Song River, based in the State of Bahia, wishes to expand their exports from the traditional European markets to Asia and North America. "We want to expand to other continents to showcase our best-tasting Formosa papayas," states Rosiane Zago, international. read more

In an interview, the academic José Luis Álvarez Flores from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering (FIME) of UdeC explained that huge amounts of organic waste can be used as absorbers in the microwave range and do not have to be treated as waste. read more

In response to the decrease in papaya production, the Barbados Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with two partner organizations, is implementing measures to improve farmer yields. The drop in production, caused by the widespread bunchy top disease, has had a significant impact on the island's papaya output both domestically and internationally. read more

W ostatnich latach obszar High Barind Tract, obejmujący dystrykty Rajshahi, Chapai Nawabganj i Naogaon w środkowo-zachodnim Bangladeszu, doświadczył znacznego wzrostu upraw sadów owocowych, w tym mango, liczi i papai, kosztem tradycyjnych pól ryżowych i pszenicznych. Raihan Kabir Ranju, miejscowy read more

The transportation of fruit by air freight is facing growing criticism nowadays, leading some food retail chains to discontinue importing fruit this way. However, fruits like papayas, mangosteen, and others continue to have strong demand from quality-conscious European consumers, as noted by Lorenz Hartmann. read more

The transportation of fruit by air freight is facing growing criticism nowadays, leading some food retail chains to stop importing fruit via air transport. However, fruits like papayas, mangosteen, and others are still in high demand among quality-conscious European consumers, as noted by Lorenz Hartmann. read more

W Izraelu biotechnologiczny startup o nazwie ODE Pharma bada potencjał terapeutyczny molekuły odkrytej w papai do leczenia mukowiscydozy (CF) u dzieci. Inicjatywa ta była inspirowana hipotezą dwóch renomowanych izraelskich biochemików, w tym laureata Nagrody Nobla, Aarona Ciechanovera. read more

Panafruit, a Panamanian company specializing in producing and exporting papaya, has solidified its position in the international market over its more than twenty years of existence. "Panafruit SA was founded by Hormoz Safi, of Iranian origin, and began its operations in 2000 with a farm in read more

As reported by the Statistical State Office in Bad Ems, the demand in this country has increased dramatically in recent years: In 2023, 40,652 tons of coconuts, pineapples, guavas, mangos, watermelons, melons, and papayas were imported to Rhineland-Palatinate – an increase of 35,816 tons. read more

Pomimo zawartości węglowodanów i naturalnego cukru, badania naukowe konsekwentnie wskazują, że owoce mogą być istotne w utrzymaniu zdrowej wagi ciała. Jednym z kluczowych powodów jest to, że błonnik i woda zawarte w owocach mogą wydłużyć uczucie sytości, pomagając spożywać mniej kalorii ogółem. read more

Climate change is transforming Sicily's traditional hills, known for their citrus and olive trees, into a more tropical landscape. Variations in weather patterns have led some Sicilian farmers to start growing exotic fruits such as mangoes, avocados, bananas, and papayas. This change heralds a transformation in Sicily's agriculture. read more

The availability of papayas is somewhat limited, but not scarce. There is not an excess of fruit due to cool weather in Mexico two to three months ago, which led to many papayas having marks or spots. As a result, a significant amount of fruit is being discarded as it does not meet export quality standards. read more