Persimmons

With the evolution of Italy's fresh produce sector driven by the strong import of bananas, increasing demand for avocados, and a well-established market for persimmons, there is a growing need for straightforward, safe, and controlled ripening solutions. Despite being in the early stages in the country, Catalytic Generators utilized its first. read more

New Zealand persimmon growers are anticipating a successful season this year, despite some concerns due to recent adverse weather conditions. "We are cautiously optimistic," says Ian Turk of the New Zealand Persimmon Industry Council. "Growers are generally happy, but recent weather challenges have tempered our outlook a bit." read more

As of April 2026, the Mediterranean agricultural basin is operating under a regime of high-cost volatility and aggressive state intervention. The region remains the linchpin of the European fresh produce supply chain, yet the strategic landscape is defined by a widening chasm between domestic price stabilization and export-driven growth. read more

The date of Fresh Market 2026 has been officially confirmed. read more

Azerbaijan significantly increased its persimmon exports in 2025, reaching 187,545 tonnes valued at $144.2 million, as reported by the State Statistics Committee. This marks a 22% increase in volume and a 27% rise in value compared to 2024. Russia continued to be the primary market, representing 141,867 tonnes of the total export. read more

The persimmon is not among the most important fruits in the world and, until about ten years ago, despite appearing in production statistics, it did not yet have a specific voice in export surveys. For a long time, it remained primarily a product destined for domestic consumption. read more

La Unió Llauradora describes the 2025/2026 persimmon season, which is nearing its end, as quite irregular and notes that it has not met expectations following the damage caused by the Dana. The season's results are affected by pests like cotonet and whitefly, which have caused significant. read more

Persimmon growers in Valencia are seeking methods to prolong the season in order to increase the profitability of the crop. read more

The Rojo Brillante persimmon season is coming to an end for the second-grade cooperative Anecoop, the largest producer and operator working with this fruit in Spain, accounting for around 50% of the country's total volume. This marks the conclusion of a generally positive season, with lower production than usual. read more

The third season of the 'Divino - The Italian Persimmon' brand concludes on a high note, surpassing even the most optimistic sales projections. While initial estimates in mid-December anticipated sales to continue until the end of January, the market reality is that stocks are depleting earlier than expected. read more

Driving through the Ribera del Xúquer, the agricultural landscape is changing. Oranges are still prevalent, but persimmons, known locally as kaki, are increasingly occupying a larger portion of the cultivated land. This transition is not a sudden change but rather a gradual replanting process influenced by farm economics and risk factors. read more

LGS Specialty Sales is starting its Spanish persimmon season with a robust supply due to improved growing conditions and higher volumes compared to the 2024 season. The current persimmon crop has experienced significant benefits from much better weather conditions during the growing season, including the absence of read more

Przewidywane jest, że sezon na persymony marki Divino Rojo Brillante zakończy się wcześniej. Marka została stworzona w zeszłej wiosnie przez firmę Gallicchio Frutta, która uczyniła produkcję, przetwarzanie i marketing persymonów swoim głównym przedsięwzięciem. Francesca Gallicchio, administrator firmy, read more

A violent hailstorm hit the La Ribera region on Monday, November 17, causing extensive damage to around 5,000 tons of fruit in the municipalities of Carlet and Massalavés, as reported by Portalfruticola.com. These are the initial estimates provided by the Valencian Farmers Association. read more

A hailstorm hit the La Ribera region of Valencia on Monday, causing damage to the persimmon harvest, which is currently underway. Local reports indicate that approximately 5,000 tonnes of the fruit in the towns of Carlet and Massalavés have been impacted. read more