Pears
Man unhappy to receive only three oranges from employer
2024-02-26 00:00
A man expressed dissatisfaction after receiving only three mandarin oranges from his employer for Chinese New Year, feeling it was insufficient recognition for his work. In a widely viewed video, he lamented the small quantity, noting his child could consume half a box alone, and criticized his
read more
read more
Focus on the world pear market
2024-02-26 00:00
The pear producers in the southern hemisphere are the first to start with the supply of produce to world markets. In South Africa, the harvest started unusually early this year, and the harvest of Packham pears is already over, whereas this is usually the peak period
read more
read more
Melon supply exceeds demand on the US West Coast.
2024-02-26 00:00
Melon supply on the West Coast appears stable. "There is ample supply of Cantaloupe and Honeydew melons at all ports right now from all shippers," says Justin Bootz of Legend Produce LLC. "I don't perceive shortages at all. All contracts are covered.
read more
read more
"Pear sales prices higher than last year"
2024-02-26 00:00
The French pear campaign is drawing to a close. Vincent Guérin, in charge of business affairs for the Association Nationale Pommes Poires, provided an initial assessment of the campaign.
read more
Greek innovation leads to new yellow kiwi varieties
2024-02-26 00:00
In a significant leap for agro-innovation, Greek experts have spearheaded the development of novel yellow kiwi strains, showcasing a blend of scientific prowess and environmental mindfulness. The Arta-based Phytotechniki, a frontrunner in tissue culture propagation, alongside Zeus Radiant
read more
read more
Sustainable resilience: a key strategy against ToBRFV
2024-02-26 00:00
Regardless of resistance claims (intermediate resistance: IR; high resistance: HR) it is important to know that resistance is not synonymous with immunity. Resistant plants can be infected by the virus without showing visible symptoms. Furthermore, if the virus
read more
read more
'Many pericoltori predict even higher prices; whether this is justified remains to be seen'
2024-02-23 00:00
There is widespread optimism in the Dutch and Belgian apple market. "And with good reason, as prices for apples and pears are decent," says Emanuel Sluis of the Dutch trading platform Service2Fruit. "For example, high-quality Elstar apples are worth up to EUR 0.90 in
read more
read more
Portugal starts producing Eden Gold pears
2024-02-23 00:00
Portugal has officially started production of the new Eden Gold® pear, the latest cultivar from the Israeli breeding company Ben Dor, in collaboration with Pépinières Escande, responsible for the variety's development in the Mediterranean basin. At Fruit Logistica, Pépinières
read more
read more
"Due to overwhelming demand, organic pears from Chile and Argentina are back in the spotlight"
2024-02-23 00:00
This year, both organic and conventional pears are experiencing a high demand market. Generally, the supply is somewhat disappointing, and demand is skyrocketing. Gunther De Vadder of BelOrta explains, "I've got whiplash from shaking 'no' in Berlin. We're almost out of organic pears as well.
read more
read more
Global pear market overview
2024-02-23 00:00
Southern hemisphere pear growers are already taking over the supply of world markets. In South Africa, the pear harvest has started unusually early this year and, in fact, the Packham harvest is already over, when it is normally at its peak at this time.
read more
read more
GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PEARS
2024-02-23 00:00
The Southern Hemisphere pear producers are starting to lead the charge in supplying world markets. South Africa's pear crop has started unusually early this year, with the Packham harvest already done, where usually this would be peak harvest time. Overall pear exports are expected to be 5%
read more
read more
Pears, turf breaking permitted between rows against brown spot
2024-02-22 00:00
The defence of perepathes also involves tilling the soil between the rows, to remove the spontaneous vegetation present, by breaking up the turf. It is in fact in the graminaceous vegetation growing between the rows that the fungus responsible for the
read more
read more
Enhancing value creation through business analyses, pear cultivation, resilient varieties, or digitalization and Agri-PV: There are numerous approaches to sustain food production in Germany and the region. Ahead of Fruchtwelt Bodensee (February 23 to 25, 2024), it becomes clear: The political
read more
read more
Comment: Europe needs to think outside the box on packaging
2024-02-21 19:00
The Packaging and Packaging Waste Proposal, the European Commission’s plan for a radical shakeup of the rules around packaging, has the potential to create a huge problem for the fresh produce business.
read more
Greater vision needed for organic future, says Soil Association
2024-02-21 13:00
The Soil Association believes the government should ”stop seeking silver bullets and back nature-friendly food production”.
read more
Jeff Correa elected chairman of WAPA
2024-02-21 06:00
During its annual general meeting (AGM) in February, the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) elected Jeff Correa as chairman of the association.
read more
"Overseas pears arrival accompanied by slight price dip"
2024-02-21 00:00
"This week, the Belgian pear market dipped slightly," reports Tim Pittevils from BP Fruitcraft. "It's been going very well for a long time, and we certainly can't complain. But now that some overseas pears are entering the market, prices are noticeably struggling a bit."
read more
Australian strawberry farm closes its doors
2024-02-21 00:00
In a significant shift for agritourism and sustainable farming in Australia, the renowned pick-your-own strawberry farm, Luvaberry, located north of Brisbane in Wamuran, has ceased public operations and is now up for sale. Owners Mandy and Adrian Schultz initiated "Luvaberry Our War on Waste" in
read more
read more
Turkish delicacies showcased at Berlin's Fruit Logistica fair
2024-02-21 00:00
The Aegean Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters Association made a significant appearance at the Berlin Fruit Logistica Fair, showcasing Turkish delicacies alongside 54 Turkish companies. The fair, a global hub for the food industry, featured a comprehensive range of services from seed
read more
read more
Turkish delicacies showcased at Fruit Logistica
2024-02-21 00:00
The Aegean Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters Association made a significant appearance at the Berlin Fruit Logistica Fair, showcasing Turkish delicacies alongside 54 Turkish companies. The fair, a global hub for the food industry, featured a comprehensive range of services from seed
read more
read more



