Pears

In the fruit sector, apple prices rose by 3.7% to an average of 2.23 euros per kilogram. The increase was even more pronounced for pears, which became 15.1% more expensive at 2.61 euros per kilogram. Blueberries cost 9.96 euros per kilogram, making them 30.4% cheaper than. read more

The SugarBee apple harvest in Washington state is wrapping up just in time for the holiday season. The results of the hard work will soon be visible on store shelves across the country as the sweetest, juiciest apple available makes its yearly appearance. With a bountiful harvest this year, consumers can expect to find plenty of these delicious apples to enjoy. read more

Full production for Italian clementines. Quantities of Navelina oranges are increasing, with the first arrivals of Tarocco oranges. All varieties of pears are available, with a good production from Emilia, without any issues related to pathogens or weather conditions. The cauliflower season is now in full swing. read more

The fresh pear harvest in Hebei has been completed, with an overall output decrease of about 5% compared to last year. However, the proportion of high-quality fruit is significantly lower this year due to weather conditions. Market fluctuations during the 2023 season resulted in losses for some traders, leading to lower profits. read more

In the pear industry, the Decana del Comizio variety is considered one of the best in terms of flavor, but over the years it has lost appeal to producers, mainly due to two significant issues - the tendency for alternating production and extreme. read more

Belgian exporter Demargro already offers a diverse selection of fruits and vegetables, with a focus on strawberries, pears, and tomatoes. However, the company is currently looking to expand its range by introducing new products and exploring innovative packaging options for berries to enhance quality and prolong shelf life. read more

Citrus gummosis, caused by Phytophthora spp., affects the trunk and main branches. It is characterized by the abundant appearance of gum on the affected tissues.

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A hundred attendees, including farmers and technicians, participated in an open house event last Wednesday to learn about HM.CLAUSE's latest tomato release. read more

The summer of 2024 concludes with a more than positive balance for Perla Nera, the mid-sized watermelon that has captured the hearts of Italians. This is confirmed by Bruno Francescon, president of the Perla Nera Consortium, Andrea Peviani, commercial director of Peviani S.p.A, and Sergio Giardina of Op La. read more

The National Fruit Show is organized by growers, for growers, and showcases the finest British apples, pears, and nuts with a large display at the center of the show. Nigel Bardsley, chairman of the National Fruit Show, welcomed guests to the show. He said: "Despite the challenges of the British read more

The Asian bug is now a constant negative factor in our orchards and controlling this insect seems to be increasingly complex. Veneto orchards have been particularly targeted this year; despite the season appearing promising in terms of volumes and quality. read more

The peak period of industrial pear procurement season is behind us. The market has now entered the autumn-winter campaign period. How are the prices for purchasing pears for processing currently shaping up? read more

Arriving in mid-November, the typically winter fruits - such as apples, pears, kiwis, and citrus fruits - start to be in full swing in terms of availability, and will accompany us until late spring. To discover the current trends of these products, and more, we visited the Center. read more

A very positive balance for Perla Nera's summer 2024, the mid-sized watermelon. Despite the decrease in volumes due to weather conditions, it was a campaign focused on quality, and the brand has seen a significant growth in terms of awareness, confirmed Bruno. read more

According to a recent report from the US Department of Agriculture, Argentine pear production is expected to increase to 655,000 tonnes in 2024/25, up from 624,000 tonnes in the previous season. read more

Nowadays talking about catastrophic phenomena affecting fruits and vegetables is routine: just think that in 2023 Italy was the European country most affected by large hailstorms. But the problem is not only the climate; in fact, damages caused by insects and pathogens are also a concern. read more

This strategic investment is intended to improve efficiency and streamline the export of grapes, peaches, apricots, nectarines, plums, and cherries to international markets. The apple and pear harvest, starting in January, will continue exports throughout the year. read more

Upgrading appears to be a key focus at TC van den Dool. Initially, they are upgrading their facilities. The offices have undergone a complete renovation. Marco van Ardenne stated, "We are very busy. We were running out of space. We have already expanded the number of workstations from 7 to 12." Additionally, they have also... read more

"The results achieved during the commercial campaign appear certainly satisfactory and fit into the path of an important journey marked this year by the merger with SFT, developed towards strengthening the system and a constant commitment to..." read more

According to projections, China's production of apples, pears, and table grapes is expected to moderately increase to 48 million metric tons (MMT), 20.2 MMT, and 14.2 MMT, respectively, in marketing year 2024/25. It is anticipated that with the rise in domestic production, imports of table grapes will continue to decrease. On the other hand, there may be a rebound in apple imports due to increased diversity. read more