Pears

"We are pleased with the sales performance of strawberries and stone fruit; however, not so much with pears," reports Ettore Ceccarelli from "Ceccarelli Giulio" in Longiano (FC), owner of the Julius brand. His analysis covers the spring-summer market, with a look also at the first weeks of the. read more

Belgian exporter Demargro recently made a significant achievement. The company, established in 1975 and rebranded as Demargro in 1994, has become a recognized entity in the industry. Over the years, Demargro has primarily concentrated on trading five key products: pears, leeks, tomatoes, strawberries, and cauliflower, targeting various markets. read more

USA Pears aims to present its domestically grown pears to American consumers and retailers with a new, lively, and contemporary appearance. read more

The holiday season provides a great chance to add extra warmth and ambiance to the shop floor. Elburg Smit is introducing the new Christmas SmartCups, which are designed to give plants a cozy, festive appearance that complements the season perfectly. The collection includes a variety of options, from traditional Christmas greenery to... read more

Wiosenne przymrozki miały bezpośredni wpływ na produkcję greckich gruszek i jabłek w tym sezonie, mówi Paris Karastergios, koordynator importu-eksportu dla greckiego eksportera produktów rolnych Kastargiou P. Bros S.A.: "W tym sezonie greckich gruszek mamy do czynienia z konsekwencjami wiosennych przymrozków. Już pierwsze kwiaty. read more

Drive pear sales in large-scale retail, engage young people, and attract consumers' attention to a category in need of a boost. In the fruit and vegetable departments, the autumn season is lit up with the "Win Every Day with Opera La Pera" prize competition, an initiative aimed at incentivizing. read more

Expectations in Argolida, one of the main orange and mandarin producing regions of Greece, remain cautious for the upcoming season's production. Mr. Petros Soursos, a shareholder of Soursos S.A., mentioned: "It appears that the production of Navelina will be reduced in certain areas here, but on the other read more

The growth of asparagus is dependent on temperature, with warmer days and sunlight aiding in spear development. In New Zealand, southern asparagus production is lagging slightly behind northern growers this year due to a cold and wet spring that delayed the season by several weeks. Lower soil temperatures have... read more

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has awarded Natalie Boynton, from Happy Plants Ltd and co-founder of the Young People in Horticulture Association (YPHA), the 2025 Pearson Memorial Medal for outstanding service to the garden industry. Over the last decade, Natalie has initiated, led, read more

Stable production volumes are essential for expanding Korea's agricultural exports. Despite strong demand and well-established sales channels, the lack of domestic production hinders export capacity. Pears, along with strawberries, are highly valued as premium Korean fruits in international markets. Buyers read more

With the change in weather, Pacbelimex's popular product range is also transitioning from summer to winter produce. Strawberries and red fruits are gradually disappearing, and products such as cabbage, leeks, celery, pumpkins, mushrooms, potatoes, and onions are taking their place. read more

The beginning of October is the time when strawberry plantations enter the phase of autumn rest. The days are getting shorter, the nights cooler, and in some places, ground frosts are already appearing. For the plants, this is a signal that it's time to end the growing season.

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BioWorks has named Bill Rietkerk as the Senior Biological Solutions Advisor for Horticulture. In this position, Bill will spearhead BioWorks' ongoing growth in the horticulture market in California. Before joining BioWorks, Bill developed and put into practice Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies for a. read more

In 2024, the harvest results varied significantly by region: while the North reported high yields, farms in the South suffered from rain and virus infestations – resulting in smaller and less durable pumpkins. Nevertheless, the market appears receptive: strong sales figures in the retail sector. read more

California Giant Berry Farms will introduce a new product at the upcoming IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show to cater to the increasing consumer interest in functional foods: Belli Berries, a probiotic blueberry. These Belli Berries are the same fresh blueberries that consumers already know from the company. read more

W tym roku ukraińskie gruszki będą w krótkotrwałym niedoborze z powodu majowych przymrozków, które zniszczyły około 10 procent sadów. Rolnicy z regionu Winnickiego zgłaszają niższe plony, ale oczekują wyższych cen - powiedział Serhij Boyczuk, dyrektor generalny korporacji Vinnytsia-Sadvynprom. W regionie. read more

The Belgian organic apple and pear farmers are thrilled with the "incredible quality" of the latest harvest this season, both in terms of taste and appearance. Bert Toetenel, a producer at BelOrta specializing in organic fruit on his farm in read more

The harvest of 2025 is now arriving in stores across Europe. Thanks to favorable growing conditions, KANZI® producers are reporting excellent fruit quality, both in terms of taste and appearance, strengthening KANZI®'s position as the preferred variety among consumers. read more

At David Hermans' cultivation facility, the organic pome fruit season is now in full swing. The company, which also grows organic strawberries and cherries, focuses mainly on apples and pears and is currently busy harvesting the last varieties. "We've got about a week left to finish picking the read more

The demand for pumpkins is increasing, with different varieties such as Butternut, Lunga Violina, Moscata, and Tonda delica available on the markets. The campaign for Emilian pears has started, including Abate Fetel, William, and early Decana varieties. The sale of Spanish apple persimmons has begun, while the demand for regular persimmons remains stagnant. read more