Pears

At yesterday's Interpera conference, experts in the pear industry discussed a range of common concerns for the future. The challenges to be faced are many, including difficulties related to labor, the need to adapt agricultural practices in the face of restrictions. read more

Na Interpera konferencji, która odbyła się 25 czerwca, przedstawiciele branży omówili obecne i przyszłe wyzwania stojące przed produkcją gruszek, w tym niedobór siły roboczej, dostosowanie do ograniczeń fitosanitarnych, zarządzanie wodą oraz malejące spożycie wśród młodszych konsumentów. Flamandzki Minister Rolnictwa. read more

W naszych wcześniejszych artykułach z serii FlowerTrials, eksplorowaliśmy rośliny przyjazne dla pszczół w części 1 oraz kompaktowe rośliny w części 2. W tym trzecim i ostatnim artykule skupimy się na roślinach o jednolitym wyglądzie, jadalnych roślinach oraz tych, które kwitną wcześnie lub mają długi okres kwitnienia.

In our earlier articles from the FlowerTrials series, we explored bee-friendly plants in part 1 and compact plants in part 2. In this third and final article, we'll focus on plants that are uniform in appearance, edible, and those that bloom early or have a long flowering period. read more

The first Egyptian mango harvests arrived on the local market and then on the international market about twenty days ago. The season appears to be proceeding smoothly, with no significant challenges in terms of production and marketing, as stated by Abdelkader Habony, CEO of the Habony Group, the exporter. read more

The top fruit season has entered its final phase. Marius van Arkel of Fruitstation van Arkel looks back on a great season. "Last year, a lot of money was lost at the end of the pear season, but this year we're finishing well. Stocks are still low, and sales continue quietly but steadily. That's." read more

From the assembly of Confagricoltura Modena comes the warning from farmers: insuring one hectare of pears in Europe costs between 500 and 700 euros (with refunds being paid in the same year of the disastrous event), while in Italy it costs around 4,000 euros. This is the focal point around which the crisis revolves. read more

The Etna DOP prickly pear is getting ready to enter the fruit and vegetable supply chains thanks to the farmers of the O.P. La Deliziosa. Starting from August, in fact, the producer organization that has been specialized in the production of local excellences with the IGP and DOP labels for over 35 years, will distribute to... read more

It has a distinctive appearance: it is pointed and has smooth and softer skin. The Sweet Palermo pepper is grown by selected producers and owes its name to the pronounced sweetness it has compared to the traditional pepper. But it is less known. For this reason, it has been at the center of read more

Before the European forecasts are presented at Prognosfruit (Angers) in August, Vincent Guérin, responsible for economic affairs at the National Apple and Pear Association (ANPP), is assessing the final months of the 2024/2025 campaign. "Normal destocking in May," says Vincent Guérin. read more

The new pear season is quickly approaching. The last remaining stocks are being delivered, and there is limited availability for free trade. Looking forward to the upcoming harvest, there are still some concerns. However, grower Bert Morren anticipates a lower yield of Conference pears due to a combination of factors... read more

The new Anjou shallot is here, now with a PGI designation! It is the only French shallot that bears the renowned yellow and blue label. Last year's sales were impacted by excessive water and slow consumption, but this year, production volumes, quality, and market conditions appear to be on track. Semi-dry shallots are expected to arrive soon. read more

The season of Etna DOP prickly pears is just around the corner: starting from August, the producers of O.P. La Deliziosa will be ready to bring a unique product to consumers' tables, a fruit of an extraordinary territory and a long agricultural tradition. In these weeks, the producers of... read more

The scenario that arises from comparing the marketing years 2023, 2024, and part of 2025 for early carrots of Sicilian origin, grown in the southeastern part of the island, is complex. The climatic impact appears to be the most influential factor in European commercial and trade... read more

The 2025 apple and pear season in Argentina concluded with steady volumes and well-sized fruit, despite facing challenges such as rising production costs. The main issue was not related to weather conditions or fruit quality, but rather the loss of competitiveness compared to other producing countries, which was exacerbated by domestic factors. read more

For the first time in over a decade, mangoes from the Bagha upazila in Rajshahi have failed to reach international markets, leaving local farmers and traders disheartened. Excessive rainfall this season has affected the appearance of the fruit, making them unfit for export and ending a 14-year streak. read more

For years, Verhoeckx, based in Kerkdriel, has been combining mushroom and fruit trading. Brent Verhoeckx is in charge of fruit sales, which at the growing and trading company mainly includes apples and pears. "We've had a successful season in both volume and prices," he says. read more

W tym roku północne Chiny doświadczyły częstych wiosennych fluktuacji klimatycznych, które znacząco wpłynęły na produkcję owoców. W okresie krytycznego kwitnienia wiele sadów jabłoni i gruszek zostało dotkniętych nagłymi spadkami temperatury i silnymi wiatrami. Niektóre sady gruszek nawet doświadczyły drugiej fali mrozu. read more

The International Congress of Pears Interpera 2025 will take place on June 25 and 26 in Hasselt, Belgium. The Corda Campus in Hasselt, Belgium will host the latest edition of the International Pear Congress - Interpera, a crucial event for professionals in the industry. Organized read more

The Corda Campus in Hasselt, Belgium, will host the last edition of the International Pear Congress, Interpera, on June 25 and 26. Organized by Arefhl and Vbt, the annual event brings together international players in the industry. According to Luc Vanoirbeek, Secretary General of Vbt. read more

The Interpera 2025 International Pear Congress is scheduled to take place on 25 and 26 June in Hasselt, Belgium. The event will be held at the Corda Campus and is co-organised by AREFLH (Assembly of European Horticultural Regions) and VBT (Association of Belgian Horticultural Cooperatives). read more