Pears

VHM Fruit Trade recently showcased its new brand, Deliscala, at the latest Fruit Attraction event in Madrid. Deliscala, a trading company based in Verrebroek, Flanders, is focused on exporting its pears to markets beyond Europe. "Although pears are typically viewed as a commodity here, they are regarded as a specialty. read more

The Asian stink bug strikes again, and this year in the Veneto region it is the pears that are bearing the brunt. There is a good quantity for producers, mainly located in Verona and Rovigo, and to a lesser extent in Padua and Venice, but the quality is compromised due to the stings. read more

Murat Koygun, founder and CEO of Turkish fresh produce exporter Kayra Tarımsal Ltd., states that it seems to be a positive season for Turkish pear production. "The Turkish Santa Maria pear season has begun well. Despite lower export demand for our pears, the... read more

At this year's expoSE in Karlsruhe, HEPRO GmbH is showcasing the latest innovations in the field of asparagus peeling machines. The main highlight of the trade fair is the enhanced professional peeling machines ranging from the HEPRO-1800 XL to the 9000 XL, as well as the "asparagus to go" option. read more

Following exceptional growing conditions, New Zealand asparagus growers have had a successful season. However, the surplus of asparagus has resulted in more spears not meeting supermarket standards due to their appearance. To tackle this issue, Wonky Box, a food box company, is stepping in. read more

Erigeron multiradiatus (Asteraceae: Astereae: Conyzinae) and Tibetiodes himalaica (Asteraceae: Astereae: Asterinae) are frequently mistaken for each other because of their similar appearance and differences in certain morphological features. This study aims to clarify the confusion surrounding their identities. read more

Fenmarc Produce, located in Elm, Cambridgeshire, has recently finalized the acquisition of Alfred G. Pearce from Setchey, Norfolk, for an undisclosed amount. Mark and Rachel Harrod, the owners of Fenmarc, expressed their thoughts on the acquisition, stating: "Alfred G. Pearce has been a trusted and valued supplier to Fenmarc for over 20 years. It is a." read more

Avocados from Western Australia are gaining popularity in the global market, with exports of the green and gold fruit increasing significantly over the past year. The surge in demand is being driven by Asia and the Middle East, where WA avocados are preferred for their attractive appearance, delicious flavor, creamy texture, and high quality upon arrival. read more

Fenmac Produce has acquired the vegetable supplier Alfred G. Pearce. read more

Thanks to a $2 million federal investment, ecologists at the University of Oregon are spearheading efforts to promote sustainable agriculture on 20 partner hazelnut farms in Oregon. This initiative is designed to enhance the long-term sustainability of the state's hazelnut industry, which currently represents 99% of the U.S. market. read more

Data from the Agency for Restructuring and Modernisation of Agriculture shows that in the last 5 years, the area of ​​strawberry cultivation has significantly decreased, as well as the number of farms growing this crop. In 2020, strawberries were grown in 43,061 farms. read more

"Over the years, we have successfully improved the appearance, integrity, and sustainability of Kenyan flowers. It's difficult to quantify in terms of dollars, but when flowers are transported with care, their value increases significantly," says Amnon Zamir, HR manager, who, together with John Kowarsky, has led these efforts. read more

In the United States, the fall season has seen a rise in sales of produce, particularly focusing on seasonal favorites like apples, squash, pomegranates, and pears by retailers. The total sales for these seasonal items have increased by 9% compared to the previous year, with fruit accounting for... read more

The U.S. pistachio crop appears to be slightly smaller than initially forecasted at the beginning of the growing season. It is in line with the information provided by American Pistachio Growers at our Insights Day on July 26, 2024. Final figures are still being calculated, but it seems that the crop will be. read more

Carbo Culture has announced the promotion of Kirsi Tanski to Vice President of Agribusiness. Previously, Kirsi led the company's biochar commercialization efforts. In her new position, she will be responsible for spearheading the strategic expansion into agribusiness markets, with an initial emphasis on the Netherlands and Belgium. read more

In Argentina, exports of pears and apples from the provinces of Río Negro and Neuquén showed a slight increase in the first nine months of 2024. Compared to the same period of the previous year, pear shipments increased by 6%, while the volumes of apples destined for overseas markets also saw a growth. read more

Arrigoni, a leading group in Europe in the design and manufacturing of agrotextile products for agriculture, will be present at Eima 2024, the International Exhibition of Agricultural Machinery.

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The most recent cut-off low weather system that moved across South Africa left behind between 100mm and around 200mm of rain over two days in the Langkloof region. Fortunately, apart from some gullies formed on slopes, no damage has been reported from the apple and pear orchards. More rain is predicted for next week. read more

The pip fruit industry in New Zealand has launched a five-year project to find more effective ways to manage the bronze beetle, a pest that affects apple quality by harming fruitlets. Apples and Pears New Zealand has dedicated $598,370 towards this development. read more

How did the production of fruit and vegetable juices as well as frozen fruits and vegetables evolve in the three quarters of 2024? read more