Pears

Local potato varieties in Moldova are becoming increasingly rare, and traditional Moldovan breeds may disappear entirely. Most potatoes currently cultivated in the country originate from the Netherlands or Germany. Even varieties sold with labels claiming to be "original Moldovan" are of foreign origin. read more

A true sensation in the world of agriculture: Ukrainian farmers have successfully harvested the first-ever red-and-black sweet corn, a unique hybrid developed by the seed company MNAGOR in Vinnytsia. Marketed under the name "Bordo", this super-sweet variety (Sh2 type) combines a striking appearance with resilience. read more

The PEWU - Pear Efficiency Water Use project is currently underway, initiated in 2024 with the aim of reducing water consumption in pear production, one of the flagship products of the Emilia-Romagna region, which is now facing challenges due to the effects of climate change. read more

Verwoert Fruit is extensively involved in the fruit industry. The company integrates fruit cultivation, controlled fruit storage, and fruit trading. This family-owned business based in Lienden cultivates apples, pears, redcurrants, strawberries, and cherries on 22 hectares. The company has been involved in marketing for many years. read more

These are significantly more than last year, with an increase of 60.1%. This results in a yield increase from 25.8 to 41.4 t/ha. The estimated harvest volume for 2025 exceeds the average of the past ten years (64,383 t) by 27.9%. The high apple harvest is due to the favorable conditions. read more

The second half of September signals the beginning of the Moroccan pomegranate season, which is expected to last until the end of November. "Volumes are projected to be high, with good sizes despite water issues, so the season appears promising," says Mourad Jabri, manager of Primeur Fraîcheur, a company that markets... read more

The season for prickly pears in the province of Malaga, Spain, particularly in Coín in the Guadalhorce valley, has been longer and more productive this year. According to José Miguel Guzmán, owner of the El Tío Lo Chumbo estate, abundant rainfall has helped increase both yields and fruit sweetness, prolonging the season. read more

Traders, customers, and passersby at New Covent Garden Market may be served by the iconic chef Pierre Koffmann this week as part of a partnership and giveaway between The Food Heroes and Premier Foods Wholesale. read more

During a meeting of EU Agriculture Ministers, France expressed concern about the European Commission's proposed budget for the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) for the period 2028 to 2034. According to French representatives, the planned amounts "appear to be out of sync with the Commission's vision." read more

Such dry weather has hastened the apple harvest throughout Michigan, leading to smaller fruit sizes and lower yields in the regions north of Grand Rapids. Justin Finkler, the operations manager at Riveridge, informed Brownfield that while the volume has been impacted, the appearance of the fruit is still excellent. read more

The Opera La Pera Consortium has started the commercialization of the Abate Fétel pear, which will be supported by a renewed brand marketing campaign and participation in Fruit Attraction 2025, scheduled from September 30th to October 2nd at the Madrid Fair (Hall 8 - Stand 8C14). read more

It is expected to be around 2,100 tons and 5.6% higher than the ten-year average from 2015 to 2024. Compared to last year's pear harvest (39,000 tons), a 3.1% increase is expected for this year's harvest. read more

It is expected to be around 2,100 tons and 5.6% higher than the ten-year average from 2015 to 2024. Compared to last year's pear harvest (39,000 tons), an increase of 3.1% is expected for this year's harvest. read more

In week 36, the sales of Lcc fruit and vegetables in large-scale retail trade resume, with growth in both values and volumes across all channels, except for hypermarkets. Among the categories, pears are gaining more space and presence on supermarket shelves, but the trends remain somewhat discouraging. read more

"For a long time overlooked, processed apples have now established a reputation with French consumers. In this rapidly expanding market, the apple sector is now looking to target this segment as well, as evidenced by the establishment of the Processing Commission within the French Apple Pear." read more

Millions of fresh asparagus spears are currently being harvested by New Zealand growers, with supply expected to reach its peak around Labour Weekend before decreasing after Christmas. Dr. Carolyn Lister, Principal Scientist and Science Team Leader (Food & Health Information) at Plant & Food, provided this information. read more

The Opera La Pera Consortium has launched the commercialization of the Abate Fetel pear, which will be supported by a renewed brand marketing campaign and participation in Fruit Attraction 2025 (Hall 8 - Stand 8C14). Integrated communication by Adriano Aldrovandi, President of Opera La Pera. read more

Last week marked the 30th anniversary since Tasty Tom made its first appearance at the ZON auction clock in Venlo. For ZON Unigrow, the organization responsible for the sales and marketing of Tasty Tom, this milestone symbolizes three decades of teamwork, quality, and market development. From flavorful tomatoes to robust... read more

Premium pear Sweet Sensation has established itself as a staple in European retail, as stated by those involved in the project. read more

A new fruit variety named red berry grapes, sold under the Boombites brand, has been launched in UK supermarkets. These grapes have a red pulp similar to berries or cherries, while their appearance is similar to table grapes. The product is exclusively available at M&S and Ocado for £3 (US$3.80). read more