Pears

The production of pears in the region of Lleida, Spain, is about to experience one of the most complex seasons in its recent history. According to the specialized publication Fruit Today, the local agricultural sector is facing a drastic reduction in commercial volumes. read more

"All season, everyone has been expecting a major increase in pear prices, but so far it has not materialised. In fact, prices have been hovering around €0.75 for quite a long time," observes Jeroen op 't Hof, who, through Hof Fruit, focuses on mediating between supply and sales within the pome. read more

The sector of pears in the province of Lleida, Spain, is predicting a reduced harvest due to poor fruit setting, a situation that is also impacting other regions in Catalonia, Spain, and in producing countries such as Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium. According to Josep Cabré, head of fruit at Unión de read more

The appearance of yellow vein chlorosis in citrus plantations in Alicante has raised significant concerns among farmers, as there is currently no treatment available for the virus. The only way to prevent its spread is by removing infected trees. Eradication efforts began in Camp d'Elx, where 600 lemon trees were removed. read more

Indian fresh produce exporters are facing increasing pressure to increase the volume of their products while reducing costs. They are navigating crowded cold chains and looking for ways to use less plastic without compromising the shelf-life or appearance of their products. "Traditional packaging such as clamshells and trays often take up unnecessary space in cartons and pallets, leading exporters to" read more

"We ought to be twice as busy as we are," says Steve Oosthuizen of Cape Fruit Coolers, located near Cape Town, with cold storage facilities. "At this time of year, we are usually very busy with citrus, avocados, apples, and pears. However, we are currently waiting for the citrus season to pick up, and these storms have" read more

There is currently a clear battle for the consumer on the store shelves. On one hand, the first Polish strawberries from tunnel cultivation are appearing, while on the other hand, imported fruits – mainly from Spain and Greece – continue to dominate. Although domestic strawberries stand out in terms of taste, read more

The significant increase in the presence of cochineal insects (Dactylopius opuntiae) on prickly pears, although less pronounced in Tunisia, has given Tunisian exporters a competitive advantage in the global market in recent years. However, Tunisian growers are currently dealing with a serious infestation of this pest. read more

Customs authorities in Belarus have detained over 80 tons of pears that were being illegally transported to Russia since the beginning of the month. The State Customs Committee reported that three of the cases involved individual entrepreneurs from Belarus, while one shipment was linked to. read more

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"These are turbulent times in the Belgian potato market. Growers appear to be losing their grip on sales, and with summer approaching, there are still particularly high old-crop stocks remaining in storage. This prompted Flemish Agriculture Minister Jo Brouns to recently propose the creation of a new support package for the potato sector." read more

Rynek jabłek boryka się z trudnościami w tym sezonie. „Sprzedaż jabłek w ogóle się nie rusza. Zapasy pozostają nadzwyczaj wysokie, a w niektórych przypadkach jabłka są już kierowane do przemysłu przetwórczego” – mówi menedżer handlu Arnold Wakker z platformy handlowej Service2Fruit. "Możemy jeszcze przechowywać Wellant dla a read more

"The packaging sector for fruits and vegetables is experiencing a weak revival after a phase where it was sometimes limited to a battle between different packaging materials, with each one discrediting the others to appear superior. In my opinion, it may be more useful to focus on" read more

Often referred to as the "stinkiest tree of spring" because of its foul odor resembling rotting fish, the Bradford pear is a fast-growing ornamental tree prized for its white spring blossoms... and the problems it can cause. So far, authorities have prohibited the spread of the invasive tree in four states. New Jersey is the latest state to join the ban. read more

Rynek owoców na Ukrainie wchodzi w okres międzysezonowy z nierówną strukturą cen. Sezon jabłkowy 2024/25 kończy się bez gwałtownego załamania, ale z nierozwiązaniem nadal istniejących problemów strukturalnych. Według APK-Inform, importowane jabłka, głównie z Polski i Włoch, dominują teraz w sprzedaży detalicznej. read more

The apple and pear season at Fern Ridge Fresh in Hastings, New Zealand is going well. Packing has been finished for PIQA® Red and Gala varieties for the season. Fredy mentioned, "Demand for Gala has been very strong worldwide this year, and we are now almost out of available stocks." read more

Have you ever been so inspired by the simple elegance of an artichoke that you felt it deserved its own dedicated public appearance in your daily life? The team at Loewe certainly did, and instead of keeping that thought to themselves, they transformed it into a handbag. The Artichoke clutch is... read more

In a pear market that continues to grapple with many complexities, including struggling old varieties, less receptive consumers, and a category often anchored in traditional logic, there are those who are trying to build value by focusing on quality, product identity, and management. read more

Drugie zbiory australijskiej gruszy QTee są teraz zbierane, a przewiduje się, że ilość zebranych owoców potroi się w porównaniu z ubiegłorocznym inauguracyjnym zbiorami. Zbiory rozpoczęły się nieco później niż w ubiegłym roku, ze względu na odmienne warunki wzrostu. Przewiduje się, że zwiększona produkcja rozszerzy dostępność na rynku. read more

Suterra, a subsidiary of The Wonderful Company and a specialist in pest biocontrol, announced today that it has acquired Vestaron's product lines, active ingredients, and R&D portfolio. The acquisition includes the Spear and Basin product lines, both of which were recently licensed by the EPA. read more