Pears

Belgium is projected to be the top European producer of pears in 2025/2026, as reported by the World Apple & Pear Association. The forecasted production is 355,547 tonnes, which is a 32.17% increase from the previous year. This growth solidifies Belgium's position as the leading pear-growing region in Europe. read more

After a quieter autumn holiday week, most pear growers seem to have resumed their sorting operations. "You can see that a bit more is coming onto the market again, but it is still a season of trial and error," says grower Bert Morren of the family fruit company. "At the start, prices were good." read more

Robots selling Fresh Del Monte bananas and pineapples to supermarket shoppers have made their second appearance within a two-week period, this time at an Intermarché store located on the outskirts of Paris, France. read more

As of mid-October, the 2025 California table grape season entered its final weeks of harvesting with mixed results. According to reports, the fruit quality has been quite strong in terms of size, appearance, and taste, largely attributed to a relatively mild summer in the San Joaquin Valley. read more

An avocado farmer in the Central Highlands of Papua New Guinea has once again harvested fruit from trees he planted back in 2022. He is interested in propagating this avocado variety further in his nursery and planting it on a larger scale to ensure year-round production. Solepa Aganisafa from Goroka is spearheading this effort. read more

Ostatnio potwierdzona fuzja włoskich spółdzielni Agrintesa i Fruit Modena Group (FMG), która zostanie oficjalnie ogłoszona na początku 2026 roku, ma na celu stworzenie jednego z największych dostawców świeżych produktów rolnych w Europie i otworzenie nowych możliwości dla Agrintesa w produkcji gruszek. read more

According to Belgium's promotional body VLAM, Belgium is well positioned to support British pear production and help enhance the category. read more

Belgium is expected to be the leading producer of pears in Europe in 2025/26, as per the World Apple & Pear Association. The forecast predicts a production of 355,547 tonnes, marking a 32.17% increase compared to the previous year. This growth solidifies Belgium's position as the primary pear-growing region in Europe. read more

The Al Ferrara Food Festival, held at Pala SimaBio in Piazza Municipale, featured an event dedicated to the Emilia-Romagna PGI Pear, organized by CSO Italy and the Consortium of the Emilia-Romagna PGI Pear. read more

Autumn is making its way into the wholesale markets in Sicily and the first seasonal fruits are appearing on the stands of the MAAS in Catania. IFN, in collaboration with Italmercati, has directly collected price quotations of the main Sicilian fruit and vegetable products on site, offering a... read more

W tym roku Fresh Del Monte po raz pierwszy dostarczył na rynek europejski pomarańcze pochodzące z Urugwaju. "Ten debiut stanowi istotny krok w długoterminowej strategii Fresh Del Monte polegającej na oferowaniu wysokiej jakości i zróżnicowanych kategorii świeżych owoców przez 52 tygodnie w roku na rynku europejskim. read more

"After the traditional dip in late September and early October, the pear market is now starting to show a slight upward trend," says Christophe Van Haelst of VHM Fruit Trade. "We haven't really had any problems with sales, but at the start everyone wants the first pears, and then people often" read more

During the Trade Fair Aalsmeer 2025 (November 4–6), breeder Kordes Roses will introduce their new white rose, Supernova. "We have high expectations for Supernova," says Johan Berk of Kordes Roses. "The variety combines excellent cultivation performance with quality and appearance." read more

Prices for several varieties of apples and pears in the UK decreased this week, while the prices of soft fruits remained relatively stable, as indicated by the most recent market data. Egremont Russet apples saw the biggest decline, dropping by 18% to £1.19/kg from £1.46/kg last week. Braeburn prices also fell by 5%. read more

Pears remain an underrated fruit in the grocery store produce section. Despite being nutrient-dense and versatile, they often go unnoticed. Current pear buyers tend to be between the ages of 30 and 65, with a strong peak in the 40 to 55 age group. These shoppers are loyal, diverse, and read more

Ukrainian fruit producer Sady Dnipra has exported fresh pears to Saudi Arabia for the first time, marking Ukraine's entry into the Middle Eastern pear market. The shipment was made by sea through Ukrainian ports despite the ongoing conflict, according to company representatives. read more

In recent days, Morocco has returned to the international spotlight due to the protests and social movements led by the young people of Generation Z, symbolizing a country undergoing a transformation in both its appearance and ambitions. This generation no longer dreams of Europe as a destination. read more

While the October-November period typically sees a decrease in activity, this year the market appears to have come to a complete halt. A French operator stated, "Almost all products are affected." This slowdown can be attributed in part to the school holidays and tax deadlines of the season. read more

The Ukrainian company Sady Dnipra has achieved a historic milestone by exporting fresh pears to the Middle East for the first time – specifically to the premium market of Saudi Arabia, representatives of the company told the EastFruit project. This is a significant achievement for Ukrainian agriculture. read more

Autumn is advancing and the first true seasonal references are appearing at the Padova Agri-Food Market (MAAP). However, consumption is still cautious, awaiting a decisive drop in temperatures. This is what emerges from the weekly survey by Il Borsino. read more