Peaches

When South African peach and nectarine exports began a few weeks ago, there was still Spanish, Iranian, and Jordanian fruit in the market. The airfreight season took some time to start, with the initial volumes going to the UK and the Middle East. However, this is expected to change with the arrival of stone fruit volumes. read more

In 2015, Star Fruits decided to combine its Pêchevigne brand of red-fleshed peaches with a new range of blood-fleshed nectarines called Nectavigne, in order to create an original range of fruit with modern character that is tangy, sweet, and aromatic. Ten years later, Pêchevigne and Nectavigne read more

South African stonefruit producers are predicting a significant increase in nectarine production this season, with more modest growth expected for plums and peaches. read more

The second day of the press tour dedicated to the PGI Leonforte Peach brought the specialized press to the heart of the Enna territory, where the cultivation of this fruit has been a model of identity agriculture for decades. read more

A fruit that doesn't just grow on the plant, but is "raised" with artisanal care. It's the Leonforte IGP Peach, the star of the press tour organized by the Consortium for Protection which, yesterday, guided the specialized press through the peach orchards of the area. read more

From success in national markets to international ones: in 2025, the production of Leonforte Igp Peaches has increased, and demand has exceeded supply. There are also exports to Germany and Spain. President Di Stefano. read more

Disease control in orchards still relies mainly on the use of phytosanitary products. Until now, in fact, synthetic products have been one of the most effective and economically advantageous strategies for minimizing crop losses, although in the project... read more

Riverbend Orchard is preparing for another successful season, cultivating high-quality peaches and nectarines on 460 acres in Wood Wood, Victoria. "The growing season has been excellent for stone fruit overall — our trees are thriving, the fruit is in great condition, and we have experienced favorable weather conditions." read more

Last week, Ludo Rosseels' peaches were officially recognized with the Flemish Regional Product label. The peaches, grown by the farmer from Gelrode near Aarschot, are now allowed to display the Streekproduct.be label. This decision was made by VLAM's Regional Products Sector Group. "We are the only ones in" read more

The "Pesca di Delia" PGI, recognized since 2021, is quickly gaining popularity among Sicilian stone fruits thanks to its quality and strong connection to the territory. It includes peaches – both white and yellow flesh – and yellow-fleshed nectarines, divided into early, medium. read more

Peach prices across Europe have shown various trends in weeks 37 to 39 of the 2025 season. In Spain, prices were €136/100 kg in week 37, dropping to €129 in week 38, and then slightly recovering to €131 in week 39. These prices were below the five-year average, continuing the trend for the season. read more

Week 38 ends in continuity with the previous one for the pre-packaged fresh produce in the Italian large-scale retail trade, with a decrease in volume performance and an average mix price that consolidates the growth of the past seven days. Among physical channels, only discount stores are showing a recovery. read more

Ser.mac has confirmed its participation at Fruit Attraction 2025. The company will showcase its most advanced solutions for sorting fruits and vegetables at the event, further solidifying its position as a key international player in the sector. One of the main innovations that will be unveiled is the introduction of new vision systems. read more

Ekstremalne warunki pogodowe i niepewność rynkowa obciążają producentów owoców do konserwowania na całym świecie. Od Europy po Stany Zjednoczone, plantatorzy zgłaszają mniejsze zbiory, węższe marże i konkurencję ze strony rynku świeżych owoców dla brzoskwiń żółtego miąższu. W Południowej Afryce producenci owoców do konserwowania nadal pozostają pod presją.

The impact of extreme weather and market uncertainty is being felt by canning fruit producers globally. From Europe to the U.S., growers are reporting smaller harvests, tighter margins, and competition from the fresh fruit market for yellow cling peaches. In South Africa, canning fruit growers continue to face pressure. read more

The stone fruit sector in Turkey is experiencing a significant decrease in the marketing year 2025/26 due to widespread spring frosts and unfavorable weather conditions. Fresh peach and nectarine exports are expected to decrease by 45 percent to 145,000 tons, while fresh cherry exports are forecasted to drop by 85 percent. read more

Plant genetic research continues to be the cornerstone for the development of new varieties that are chosen for their disease resistance, ability to adapt to changing climates, productivity, and sensory traits to meet the demands of consumers and the market. The varietal improvement process usually spans over a decade and involves... read more

The latest projections from the USDA for 2025 indicate that there will be higher production levels for apples, pears, walnuts, and grapes. On the other hand, lower yields are expected for peaches, cranberries, and table olives. California's table grape production is forecasted to remain the same as last year, while Washington's apple harvest is anticipated to reach a record-breaking 8 billion. read more

"Giovanni and Serena Scavo, co-managers of the business, stated that from July to mid-August, there was a significant shortage of peaches and nectarines compared to the demand. However, starting from August 15th, they observed a change in the commercial dynamics of supply and demand as there was an excess of fruit for the second year in a row." read more

Spanish peaches and nectarines clearly dominated, with Italian products following closely in terms of importance. According to the German BLE, Turkish and French shipments only played a secondary role and were not readily available everywhere. Availability decreased, and the quality also left much to be desired. read more

The heaviest peach weighs 828.5 g (1 lb 13 oz) and was cultivated by Henry Chiles (USA) in Crozet, Virginia, USA, as confirmed on 10 September 2025. The PF-27A peach was grown on Henry's family farm. He informed GWR that the weather conditions during spring and summer were ideal for the growth of this gigantic peach. read more