Pears

The New Zealand apple harvest started slowly, but began to accelerate in March and has been in full swing since then. Volumes appear to be slightly lower than estimated for most varieties due to smaller sizes. "The weather has been exceptional throughout the entire harvest period. read more

The participation in Macfrut 2024 was an opportunity for Unitec to celebrate as it marked the 100-year anniversary of the company (1924-2024). It was in 1924 when the first sorters by Dalle Vacche appeared in Massa Lombarda. This historical milestone for the company was celebrated through the integration of new technologies and advancements. read more

Driscoll's Maroc has started building a new berry processing plant situated strategically in the Loukkos agricultural hub, south of the city of Larache. The project, spearheaded by the global berry industry leader and top strawberry producer, brings significant added value to the northern region. read more

While this year's winter cold snap in British Columbia has impacted the province's cherry and stone fruit production, it appears that apples will be unaffected for the upcoming 2024 fall harvest. "The blossoms were a bit early in the southern regions. Some specific areas in British Columbia encountered challenges due to the cold snap." read more

"The data confirms it: what most distinguishes the varietal appearance of Nunhems watermelon is its organoleptic quality. We have seen that this is precisely what has allowed a strong penetration into all the markets where the seedless midi has arrived." Matteo Bano, account manager read more

WAPA, the World Apple and Pear Association, released the apple and pear stock figures for April 1, 2024. The data reveals that in Europe, apple stocks increased by 0.3% compared to 2023, reaching -674,616 tons, while pear stocks saw a significant increase of 16.3% to reach 135,589 tons. In the USA, apple stocks... read more

Zeszłotygodniowa burza gradu pozostawiła swoje ślady na owocach w Holandii. W tym roku drzewa gruszy, w tym te w gospodarstwie owocowym Bijl w Holandii Południowej, zakwitły wcześnie. "Pracujesz ciężko przez cały rok, a w kilka minut wszystko zostaje poważnie uszkodzone. To sprawiło, że przez kilka dni było mi niedobrze," mówi Wim Bijl. read more

A recently published study from the Netherlands provides documentation of the continued decline of plant species that depend on pollination by insects and other animals. This study, drawing on data spanning nearly 90 years, raises concerns about biodiversity and food security. While not unexpected for many of us, it serves as an important reminder of the urgent need for conservation efforts. read more

The Pear Bureau Northwest has named Jenna Tobin as its communications and social media coordinator. read more

Ostatnio pierwsze grono nowozelandzkich gruszek PiqaBoo® trafiło do Chin. "Popyt i ekscytacja nadal rosną, gdy coraz więcej konsumentów próbuje tej pięknej i pysznej gruszki. Wolumeny zwiększają się z roku na rok, a licencjobiorcy są podekscytowani możliwościami rozwoju rynku dla tej wyjątkowej odmiany." read more

Bananas have long been the dominant player in the global fruit trade. They are also one of the most widely available and consumed fruits year-round in many countries around the world. However, analysts at EastFruit have observed an interesting trend: Central Asian countries appear to have a lukewarm read more

The annual apple and pear crop estimate from New Zealand Apples and Pears, released in February 2024, projected a 12% increase in the national crop compared to the 2022 total. This represents a recovery from the significant damage caused by Cyclone Gabrielle to the 2023 crop. Export volume was included in the forecast. read more

The Herefordshire-based company Freshfields has reached a significant milestone by celebrating 10 years of supplying high-quality British asparagus to Aldi. Since 2014, Freshfields has been growing asparagus for Aldi, the UK's fourth-largest supermarket chain, producing approximately two million spears. read more

Interpera 2024 will bring together the international pear industry from June 26th to 27th in Óbidos, Portugal. In addition to the conference day itself, the organizers have prepared some unmissable technical visits. Participants will get to know about the cultivation and preservation of. read more

Interpera 2024 will bring together the international pear industry from June 26 to 27 in Óbidos, Portugal. In addition to the main conference day, the organizers have arranged technical visits to pear orchards. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about pear cultivation and preservation practices in Portugal. The program will offer a blend of informative sessions and hands-on experiences for attendees. read more

Dostępność organicznych jabłek w Stanach Zjednoczonych nadal rośnie. "W tym roku branża jabłek odnotowała znaczący wzrost wolumenu organicznych upraw w porównaniu z poprzednim sezonem. Podczas gdy początkowa szacunkowa liczba branżowa wynosiła 21 milionów skrzynek, ta liczba została skorygowana do 16,77 miliona" - mówi Kaci Komstadius, wiceprezes. read more

In addition to the main day of the conference, the organizers have prepared some must-see technical visits. Participants will learn about the cultivation and preservation of the Portuguese pear. The program will be a combination of knowledge exchange and visits to companies. read more

Martijn van den Eijkel from Heijer says, "It's a fantastic job and still enjoyable, but you can no longer retire after 20 years of driving. It's even uncertain if this job, in its current form, will exist in a few decades, as our type of flower exporters is disappearing." read more

"It's a fantastic pear season, but whether we'll reach last season's final months' prices remains a big question," starts Dominiek Noppe from Vergro. This Belgian trading company is reflecting on a successful winter and believes this trend could continue into the final months. Throughout the season, the pear market has been strong. read more

Vibrant request for the prince of vegetables, a recognized excellence throughout Europe. Emilia Romagna produces 7% of the 8,100 hectares cultivated with asparagus in Italy and is the European reference point for the Green Asparagus of Altedo PGI. The prized spear is grown in a read more