Pears

Ecuador is the third largest exporter of roses in the world, and is working to maintain this position by reimagining the appearance of roses. The color palette now ranges from white to black, with effects designed to stand out on a phone screen as well as in a living room. Some roses are even sold with petals that shine. read more

The good weather appears to be returning to southern Andalusia after several weeks of storms, heavy rain, and strong winds that have severely impacted agriculture. In the citrus sector, there is still significant uncertainty surrounding the harvesting process due to the effects of excessive humidity. read more

The Washington State Fruit Commission has named Eric Patrick as its new president to lead marketing efforts for cherries and canned pears grown in the Northwest, as well as oversee its industry education programs, starting on March 2nd. read more

The Washington State Fruit Commission has appointed Eric Patrick as its new president to oversee marketing efforts for cherries and canned pears grown in the Northwest, as well as its industry education programs, effective March 2. He succeeds longtime President B.J. Thurlby, who retired on December 31. read more

The włoski rynek winogron przechodzi przez fazę znaczącej transformacji, charakteryzującą się spadkiem odmian z pestkami i pojawieniem się nowych strategii zarządzania późnymi odmianami bezpestkowymi. Ostatnia kampania podkreśliła istotność odmian średnio-późnych, które. read more

Emilia-Romagna is a generous land, guardian of agricultural traditions and recognized excellences worldwide, with its 44 PDO and PGI productions, the highest number in Italy. This is where the Emilia-Romagna IGP Pear is born, an authentic expression of a unique region, where the climate... read more

Analysts from EastFruit report that in Ukraine, several greenhouse complexes have started selling cucumbers from the new production cycle this week. Small batches of locally grown cucumbers began appearing on the market at the end of last week, and supplies have now become more consistent. read more

The South African apple and pear season has started earlier than usual, presenting both opportunities and uncertainties for producers. Early reports suggest good fruit quality, but factors like hail damage, water availability, logistics, and exchange-rate volatility are expected to influence the season. read more

The data collected by the State Plant Health and Seed Inspection Service shows a persistent decline in Polish pear exports, with December 2025 being one of the worst-performing months in recent years. In December 2025, Poland exported only 2,803 tonnes of pears to non-EU countries. Belarus was the... read more

A shipment of 19.2 tonnes of pears was returned to Belgium after arriving in Kazakhstan without the necessary phytosanitary documentation. The consignment had reached the Port of Kuryk in the Mangystau region from Belgium. Authorities discovered during a document inspection that the cargo did not have the required paperwork. read more

Silent Valley National Park is a protected area located in the Nilgiri Hills of Kerala, India. It is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to a variety of endangered species. The park is famous for its unique ecosystem, which includes tropical rainforests, grasslands, and sholas. Visitors to Silent Valley can enjoy trekking, birdwatching, and wildlife spotting. It is important to note that entry to the park is restricted, and visitors are required to obtain permits from the forest department. read more

On the rooftop of Kenilworth Centre in Cape Town, South Africa, the five tunnels of HandPicked City Farm are exposed to wind, heat, and sharp seasonal contrasts. Two tunnels stretch 20 meters in length, three are shorter at six meters, and together they hold roughly 340 vertical growing towers. read more

New York Fashion Week opened with a runway presentation featuring garments made from burlap Idaho potato sacks. The collection was showcased at Grand Central Terminal in New York City with the goal of raising awareness for the No Kid Hungry campaign. Titled the Haute Potato Collection, the line showcased innovative designs made from unconventional materials. read more

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Awe Sum Organics, which has been "Totally Organic" for over four decades, will be highlighting its organic grape, kiwi, and pear programs this month at the SEPC show. The company is inviting industry partners, attendees, and friends to visit their booth to discuss their reliable and sustainable supply chain. read more

The Coordination of Farmers' Organizations (COAG) has criticized the fact that tomato imports from Morocco and Western Sahara have virtually disappeared from the European Commission's official statistics, even though shipments continue to arrive in EU markets normally. This season, the European... read more

Ten years ago, Italy had a national production potential of 26 million tons of fruits and vegetables, today we produce around 24.7 million tons, with crops such as pears, kiwis, peaches, and nectarines experiencing the most significant declines. In 2015, Italy produced 1.4 million tons. read more

Australians apple and pear growers are going to benefit from a new national benchmarking initiative that aims to enhance industry profitability, efficiency, and long-term sustainability. read more

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Belgian consumers bought just under 40 kilograms of fresh fruit per capita last year, almost a quarter less than 20 years ago. At the beginning of this century, fruit purchases were still at 54 kilograms per person. In 2024, Belgians spent an average of 138 euros on fresh fruit. Due to an read more