Plums

Plum markets have not reached the same levels as they were last year, but according to Lohan Marais from Icon Fruit, a specialized stonefruit exporter, the 2023/2024 season was exceptionally good. "Prices this year will not reach the same heights as last year, and that is due to a combination of factors." read more

The production season for nectarines, plums, cherries, and other fruits from Dalian, China, is now underway. Due to a rapid temperature increase, these fruits entered the market more than ten days earlier than usual. They are currently available in large quantities and are expected to reach peak availability soon. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has introduced a new perennial, Agastache 'Prince's Plume'. This exceptional new variety is versatile and suitable for both gardens and landscapes. Agastache 'Prince's Plume' produces an abundance of lavender-violet blooms from June until the first frost, providing long-lasting flowers. read more

W tym odcinku programu Slow Flowers, gość dzieli się jedną wersją narracji na to, jak mogłaby wyglądać "rozdział drugi" uprawy kwiatów. Po 8 latach intensywnej miejskiej uprawy kwiatów i projektowania florystycznego w Filadelfii, Cassie Plummer z Jig-Bee Flower Farm wyrwała korzenie i przeniosła się do... read more

Apricots in bloom, peach trees beginning to flower, plum trees, apple trees, and pear trees in full vegetative growth. It is already full spring for the orchards in Veneto, with temperatures in recent days reaching 18-19 degrees. But it is not good news, because the terrible frosts of 2023, which read more

Po otrzymaniu informacji o ponownym otwarciu granic, włoskie firmy organizują eksport śliwek do Brazylii. Wśród nich jest spółdzielnia Sapore di Romagna, prowadzona przez braci Canonici. "Kiedyś eksportowaliśmy śliwki do Brazylii ponad 10 lat temu", mówi Luca Canonici, "ale potem granice zostały". read more

The volume of nectarines, plums, and other stone fruits imported from Chile arrived in the Chinese market last week (Week 9). However, arrivals have slightly decreased this week, and prices are showing an upward trend. According to Chilean suppliers, nectarine production has increased this read more

Superplum CEO, Shobhit Gupta, has announced the beginning of the 2025 mango season and stated that the company sources its mangoes from various locations across India. Gupta added, "We provide a diverse selection of mangoes, including twelve unique varieties sourced from eight different states throughout the season. Additionally, we have established advanced automated facilities." read more

The protocol allowing approved Italian companies and orchards to export plums of both varieties (Prunus domestica and Prunus salicina) to Brazil has been approved for the upcoming season. This was announced with satisfaction by Cso Italy, along with its relations office. read more

After a long process, which required the submission of dossiers and information, and thanks to a constant commitment also from the ministerial side, the approval of the protocol that allows Italian companies to export both varieties of prunes to Brazil is official. read more

Sprzedaż owoców śliwek czerwonych spoza sezonu firmy Granfrutta Zani z RPA już ruszyła. Antonio Zani, włoski menedżer ds. sprzedaży, potwierdza, że "popyt był duży od samego początku. Produkt ponownie spotkał się z dobrym przyjęciem, i mimo że ilości nie są duże, to jednak rosną. read more

After Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, under the leadership of President Maia Sandu, severed relations with Russia and is also aiming for EU membership as a strategic necessity for its economic survival. It is known that... read more

"In recent days, the Spanish peeled garlic sales in the U.S. market have seen a decline as a result of an oversupply of Chinese production and intense competition from the same source in Europe. This situation has placed the garlic industry sector in a critical position during the 2024/2025 season." read more

With the end of the Italian common clementine campaign, demand has shifted to Sicilian mandarins. The sale of the Sabrosa strawberry from Basilicata has begun. Demand is low for various productions such as radicchio, zucchinis, tomatoes, eggplants, and lettuces. Prices are plummeting. read more

Chile anticipates a positive D'Agen plum export campaign this year, although shipments could be somewhat lower than last year. read more

The wholesale price of roses at the Gadkhali flower market in Jashore has plummeted this year, leaving growers deeply frustrated. Hiron Mia, a rose grower from Panisara village in Jhikargacha upazila, arrived at the wholesale flower market at 6:00 am on Thursday with 500 red roses. Despite his efforts, he found that the prices were significantly lower than expected. read more

The Cretan tomato season has been experiencing a prolonged period of low prices. "For a month now, the producer price for local beef tomatoes of the first quality category has been fluctuating between 0.40 and 0.50 euros/kg. Mini plum tomatoes have also dropped to 1.60–1.70 euros/kg, while... read more

Chile is one of the world's largest exporters of fresh fruit, with a prominent position in the Southern Hemisphere. Its range includes table grapes, apples, cherries, plums, kiwis, and blueberries. Chile's climate enables the production of high-quality fruit with excellent color and flavor. read more

Zinaida Plamadeala, marketing manager for Moldovan fruit exporter PDG Fruct, stated that the previous plum season in Moldova was more challenging compared to the season before due to weather conditions. "The Moldovan plum season usually lasts from August to November, with Stanley variety being the most prevalent." read more

In 2019, blackberry cultivation in Mexico reached a peak of 298,000 tons, which is likely to be equaled only after some time. In the pandemic year of 2020, production plummeted by 27%, but it has been gradually increasing since then. read more