Pears

The ANP, founded in 1993, represents around 90% of Portuguese Rocha pear producers. In 2003, Pera Rocha do Oeste was recognized by the European Commission as a product with a protected designation of origin (PDO). read more

178 tons of Boskoop are in stock, 122 tons of Maigold, and 110 tons of Jonagold. All other varieties have a stock of less than 100 tons. Additionally, 396 tons of robust/resistant varieties have been stored. As the promotion "Organic Apple of the Month" with Ladina is running in October, read more

Every Friday, La Borsa della Spesa, the weekly service by BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, provides an overview of the best fresh products of the upcoming week, highlighting market conveniences and trends. read more

The iconic Rocha pear harvest in Portugal remains notably smaller than it could be for the fourth consecutive year, as growers continue to grapple with adverse weather conditions and rising production costs. read more

The crispness of an apple paired with the flavor of a pear - that's just one of the many distinctive qualities that the Belgian pear brand Migo will provide to consumers starting this autumn. The variety owner, EFC, is working to increase awareness of the product across Europe. read more

The Migo pear brand offers consumers a unique combination of the crunch of an apple and the taste of a pear. This is just one of the many distinctive characteristics that variety owner EFC will be promoting to raise awareness of the product across Europe this autumn and beyond. read more

Belgian organic apple and pear growers are excited about the exceptional quality of the current crop this season, which includes both great taste and appearance. BelOrta producer Bert Toetenel, who specializes in organic top fruit, is growing nearly all varieties in the cooperative's organic range. read more

With the arrival of autumn, one of the iconic fruits of this season takes center stage: the pear. In this latest update, IFN's analysis has examined the assortment offered in 6 retail chains in Modena, drawing a parallel with the survey conducted in December 2024. read more

During the visit, it was checked whether the companies and authorities involved could meet the requirements outlined in the future export protocol - and according to CSO Italy, this process was successful. Visits were made to plantations, packing houses, and cold storage facilities of various companies. read more

The successful visit of Ecuadorian inspectors last week marked the beginning of Italian pear exports to Ecuador. This visit represented the final step in negotiations that started in 2021, involving extensive exchanges of information, preparation of necessary documentation, and finalizing all details. read more

Floral Express has brought attention to its local supply chain by unveiling its "Grow Together" initiative. The campaign aims to celebrate and bolster the community of local flower growers in Ontario. Zara Miklenda, Director of Marketing and Sales Innovation at Floral Express, spearheads this effort. read more

Although it is already the end of the Polish berry season, we can still find not only blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries in stores and wholesale markets, but also blackberries and currants from Polish plantations - although they are also appearing. read more

The new season of Migo pears has begun after a harvest that was enhanced by sunny and warm weather. Growers are reporting higher yields compared to last year and are describing the fruit as firm, sweet in flavor, with a green skin that provides excellent shelf presentation and longevity. Point-of-sale activities include... read more

The 2025 Rocha pear harvest from members of Portugal's ANP reached 115,990 tons, almost identical to the 2024 season, showing a 1 percent increase. The volume is still approximately half of what was recorded in 2021. National production is estimated at 129,000 tons, with ANP members accounting for 89 percent. read more

United Exports, the exclusive global marketer of Ozblu blueberries, has announced the appointment of Luciana Vecco to lead its business growth strategy and client service model across the UK and Europe. read more

Italian pear exporters will send their fruit to Ecuador for the first time in 2026, after inspectors from the South American country completed a tour of orchards and packhouses. read more

Last week, the visit of Ecuadorian inspectors for the start of the export of Italian pears to Ecuador was successfully carried out. This represents the final step of negotiations that began in 2021, which involved numerous exchanges of information and the preparation of supporting documentation. read more

The import of Hayward kiwi from Greece has started, while the production of persimmons is picking up. There is a change in variety for prickly pears, now with the first Sicilian Bastardoni. New apple varieties, Nicoter and Annurca, are entering the market. read more

Plátano de Canarias, in collaboration with the vending company Tareca, has launched the first phase of its initiative to promote the consumption of fresh fruit in schools and colleges through vending machines. This innovative program aims to make it easier for young people to choose bananas over other snacks. read more

In Sicily, prickly pears are increasingly emerging as a key player in the ecological transition, circular economy, innovation, and sustainability. Sicily is the leading region in Europe in terms of dryland cultivation, with Opuntia ficus-indica showcasing adaptability. read more