Pears

The Rocha Pear harvest by the members of the ANP (National Association of Rocha Pear Producers) in 2024 reached 114,759 tons, showing a slight increase of 5.7% compared to the 2023 harvest and about half of the 2021 harvest. This increase can be attributed to favorable climatic and phytosanitary conditions recorded throughout the year. read more

Turkish pears of the Santa Maria variety were the most dominant. Italian Santa Maria and Abate Fetel followed in terms of importance, as well as the domestic Conference variety. From Germany, Alexander Lukas, Williams Christ, and Xenia pears also arrived. Italy completed the selection with Williams Christ and Carmen. read more

The president of the Italian pear consortium Opera La Pera, Adriano Aldrovandi, stated that he anticipates achieving "optimal size and quality" along with a production volume twice as large as last year's. This comes after facing challenging campaigns characterized by detrimental conditions and reduced crops. read more

Tesco was awarded the title of British Apple Supermarket 2024 by the British Apple & Pears Limited (BAPL), the association of English apple and pear growers. Between September 2023 and August 2024, the chain sold 26,705 tons of English apples, equivalent to approximately 192 million pieces of fruit. read more

Increased volumes and the continuation of the brand's revitalization journey. Good news from the Opera fruit growers consortium for the commercial campaign of Emilia-Romagna pears ready to take off. Optimal caliber, Abate Fetel programming until April. read more

The pear harvest in Emilia-Romagna is now complete and, with the arrival of October, the commercial campaign is ready to kick off. The consortium of fruit growers Opera, after years of truly difficult times marked by a production battered by calamities, is now entering the market. read more

But back to the innovations: Federico Stanzani, Commercial Director of CIV, says: "In recent years, our breeding program for strawberries has focused on varieties suitable for the Mediterranean climate. At Fruit Attraction, we will present Larissa®." read more

Belgian exporters are currently preparing programs for the upcoming Conference pear season and getting shipments ready for global markets, including Asia, as reported by Marc Evrard from Belgian Fruit Valley. "The fruit quality is good this season," he says, "better than last year. Everything is on track for a successful export season." read more

The weather has changed, so after harvesting the pears, it's now time to pick the apples, and the yields are indeed lower. "I made the decision some time ago to remove some of my apple trees, so I don't have many left. We have already done one harvest, and at the end of it..." read more

After two years marked by a severe drought, the Spanish farmers' union Unió de Pagesos predicts that the 2024 commercial campaign for some fruits will only be able to cover production costs, due to the climatic difficulties that some areas have faced. read more

According to this, almost one-third of the examined native animal, plant, and fungus species are at risk, with about three percent already extinct. Additionally, more than half of the natural habitat types in Germany also have an ecologically unfavorable condition, and more are disappearing daily. read more

In the period 2017-2023, the most important pear-growing countries in Europe experienced an overall 20 percent decline in production. Italy, the leading pear-growing country, in particular, faced several significant drops in volume, with the disastrous 2023 harvest year being the lowest point. read more

Farmers who have incurred losses in the cultivation of: currants, aronia berries, gooseberries, peaches, cherries, pears, apples, apricots, walnuts, plums, cherries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, and other fruits are eligible to apply for assistance.

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Angello™ is the first sweet and seedless snack pear cultivated exclusively in Italy. Excellent taste, high nutritional value, and sustainability, all concentrated in a fruit of 8-10 cm. read more

The USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) forecasts a decrease in production for apples, pears, walnuts, and wine grapes in 2024, while cranberries, table grapes, peaches, and table olives are expected to see an increase. California's table grape production in 2024 is anticipated to surpass last season's crop. read more

The Port of Rotterdam reported that the first Brazilian melons have arrived at the harbor. "Last week, we proudly received the Wild Peony, which carried a total of 2,088 pallets of melons below deck and 567 pallets in 27 containers on deck. Next week, we will welcome the Baltic Pearl, which will..." read more

Although the causes of constipation can vary, one of the main reasons is a low-fiber and low-liquid diet. In this article, we will analyze how diet, especially the consumption of pears, can help in combating constipation due to their

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Tom Desmet of Desmet Agro observes that the carrot market appears to be slowly recovering after two slower weeks. The company, which cultivates a variety of crops including carrots, leeks, cabbages, celeriac, onions, and potatoes, is currently in the final months of the carrot season, which had experienced a downturn. read more

The goal of the Yelloway Initiative is to develop banana varieties that are resistant to the diseases threatening the global banana supply, while maintaining the familiar appearance, texture, and shelf life of the beloved Cavendish banana. Yelloway One is the... read more

The production technology specialist AgroFresh has announced that its newly released product, Harvista Mix, provides a convenient alternative for US growers of apples, pears, blueberries, and cherries to apply the Harvista plant growth regulator without requiring specialized equipment. read more