Pears

In 2024, the harvest results varied significantly by region: while the North reported high yields, farms in the South suffered from rain and virus infestations – resulting in smaller and less durable pumpkins. Nevertheless, the market appears receptive: strong sales figures in the retail sector. read more

California Giant Berry Farms will introduce a new product at the upcoming IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show to cater to the increasing consumer interest in functional foods: Belli Berries, a probiotic blueberry. These Belli Berries are the same fresh blueberries that consumers already know from the company. read more

W tym roku ukraińskie gruszki będą w krótkotrwałym niedoborze z powodu majowych przymrozków, które zniszczyły około 10 procent sadów. Rolnicy z regionu Winnickiego zgłaszają niższe plony, ale oczekują wyższych cen - powiedział Serhij Boyczuk, dyrektor generalny korporacji Vinnytsia-Sadvynprom. W regionie. read more

The Belgian organic apple and pear farmers are thrilled with the "incredible quality" of the latest harvest this season, both in terms of taste and appearance. Bert Toetenel, a producer at BelOrta specializing in organic fruit on his farm in read more

The harvest of 2025 is now arriving in stores across Europe. Thanks to favorable growing conditions, KANZI® producers are reporting excellent fruit quality, both in terms of taste and appearance, strengthening KANZI®'s position as the preferred variety among consumers. read more

At David Hermans' cultivation facility, the organic pome fruit season is now in full swing. The company, which also grows organic strawberries and cherries, focuses mainly on apples and pears and is currently busy harvesting the last varieties. "We've got about a week left to finish picking the read more

The demand for pumpkins is increasing, with different varieties such as Butternut, Lunga Violina, Moscata, and Tonda delica available on the markets. The campaign for Emilian pears has started, including Abate Fetel, William, and early Decana varieties. The sale of Spanish apple persimmons has begun, while the demand for regular persimmons remains stagnant. read more

The ANP, founded in 1993, represents around 90% of Portuguese Rocha pear producers. In 2003, Pera Rocha do Oeste was recognized by the European Commission as a product with a protected designation of origin (PDO). read more

178 tons of Boskoop are in stock, 122 tons of Maigold, and 110 tons of Jonagold. All other varieties have a stock of less than 100 tons. Additionally, 396 tons of robust/resistant varieties have been stored. As the promotion "Organic Apple of the Month" with Ladina is running in October, read more

Every Friday, La Borsa della Spesa, the weekly service by BMTI and Italmercati, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, provides an overview of the best fresh products of the upcoming week, highlighting market conveniences and trends. read more

The iconic Rocha pear harvest in Portugal remains notably smaller than it could be for the fourth consecutive year, as growers continue to grapple with adverse weather conditions and rising production costs. read more

The crispness of an apple paired with the flavor of a pear - that's just one of the many distinctive qualities that the Belgian pear brand Migo will provide to consumers starting this autumn. The variety owner, EFC, is working to increase awareness of the product across Europe. read more

The Migo pear brand offers consumers a unique combination of the crunch of an apple and the taste of a pear. This is just one of the many distinctive characteristics that variety owner EFC will be promoting to raise awareness of the product across Europe this autumn and beyond. read more

Belgian organic apple and pear growers are excited about the exceptional quality of the current crop this season, which includes both great taste and appearance. BelOrta producer Bert Toetenel, who specializes in organic top fruit, is growing nearly all varieties in the cooperative's organic range. read more

With the arrival of autumn, one of the iconic fruits of this season takes center stage: the pear. In this latest update, IFN's analysis has examined the assortment offered in 6 retail chains in Modena, drawing a parallel with the survey conducted in December 2024. read more

During the visit, it was checked whether the companies and authorities involved could meet the requirements outlined in the future export protocol - and according to CSO Italy, this process was successful. Visits were made to plantations, packing houses, and cold storage facilities of various companies. read more

The successful visit of Ecuadorian inspectors last week marked the beginning of Italian pear exports to Ecuador. This visit represented the final step in negotiations that started in 2021, involving extensive exchanges of information, preparation of necessary documentation, and finalizing all details. read more

Floral Express has brought attention to its local supply chain by unveiling its "Grow Together" initiative. The campaign aims to celebrate and bolster the community of local flower growers in Ontario. Zara Miklenda, Director of Marketing and Sales Innovation at Floral Express, spearheads this effort. read more

Although it is already the end of the Polish berry season, we can still find not only blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries in stores and wholesale markets, but also blackberries and currants from Polish plantations - although they are also appearing. read more

The new season of Migo pears has begun after a harvest that was enhanced by sunny and warm weather. Growers are reporting higher yields compared to last year and are describing the fruit as firm, sweet in flavor, with a green skin that provides excellent shelf presentation and longevity. Point-of-sale activities include... read more