Plums

Italian countryside is in crisis: there is a lack of workforce and the summer fruit harvest, such as peaches, apricots, and plums, is seriously at risk, as reported by Resto del Carlino from Cesena. Amid delays, lost harvests, and struggling warehouses, agricultural companies are denouncing the inefficiency of the... read more

Out of the total amount, 285,000 tons are accounted for by peaches, 59,000 tons by apricots, 7,500 tons by plums, and over 3,700 tons by cherries. "The numbers would have been much higher if it weren't for the severe hailstorms in May, which resulted in a loss of 58,000 tons of stone fruit." read more

"We are now at the start of the peach, nectarine, and apricot season. We get these fruits from Apulia. Additionally, we obtain our plums from Basilicata. Our harvesting will continue until September, with peaches and apricots being in season until the end of August. Despite the volumes not being as high as last year, the quality is exceptional." read more

The collection of plums has begun, with the red variety and Spring Smile. The apricot campaign is in full swing, with the first batches of the Pellecchiella cultivar. There is a strong demand for watermelons, now in full production. Prices of peaches and nectarines continue to decline. read more

In the Spanish municipality of Cieza, located in the heart of Murcia's fruit-growing region, a particular type of stone fruit is becoming increasingly popular each season. Nectarines are the most sought after, followed by flat peaches, yellow (pavía) or red peaches, and plums. Plums and apricots have seen a decline in demand. read more

Śliwki stają się coraz bardziej popularne wśród konsumentów w Indiach, co skutkuje rosnącą ilością importowanego owocu - powiedział Amit Sharma, właściciel indyjskiego handlowca świeżymi produktami Fresko Fruits: "Indyjski rynek świeżych owoców nadal wykazuje rosnące zainteresowanie importowanymi produktami, a śliwki nie są tutaj wyjątkiem. read more

The horticultural sector in Moldova has faced difficulties in recent times due to late frosts, with over 8650 hectares of orchards being affected, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry. IPN informs that apricot, plum, cherry, walnut, and apple trees have been significantly impacted. read more

In the last ten years, in Spain, the consumption of fresh fruit has experienced a significant decline: it has decreased from 90.2 kilograms per capita in 2016 to an estimated 64.4 kilograms per capita for 2025. This represents a -30% change, indicating a noticeable shift in the dietary habits of families. read more

Considered a smaller drupe fruit along with cherries and plums, the apricot has never been able to compete with peaches and nectarines in terms of surface area and volume. However, in recent years it has consolidated its position, with cultivated hectares in the estate - unlike the peach - and consumption. read more

The peach, nectarine, and flat peach harvest is currently taking place in Extremadura, with a delay of about a week compared to last year. From a commercial perspective, the next two weeks will be critical for these products, with a growing emphasis on plums, which are the most prominent product in this region. read more

Po rozpoczęciu z cenami powyżej średniej, zwłaszcza dla wiśni i moreli, od połowy maja zaobserwowano "fazę surowego korekty na źródle" dla wszystkich owoców pestkowych, zgodnie z danymi MAPA, gdzie ceny nektarynek i wiśni spadły o 35,6% i 34,5% w tygodniu 20 w porównaniu. read more

Manasvi Khandelia, sales planner for the Indian fresh produce company Superplum, has announced that the lychee season in India has begun and harvesting is gaining momentum. He stated, "The lychee harvest has started, and we are distributing fresh lychees sourced from orchards in Bihar and West Bengal, regions known for their high-quality produce." read more

Eid al-Adha is one of the most important dates in the Muslim calendar, and on this occasion, Muslims observe the ritual of sheep sacrifice. This year is exceptional in Morocco as Eid al-Adha will be celebrated without sacrifice, following a call from the King of Morocco to preserve the environment. read more

After peaking in 2020 during the pandemic emergency, lemon consumption in Italy has gradually declined in the following years. During the critical period, the positive perception related to the high vitamin content - considered useful in combating read more

Poland's Fresh Factory is investing in new sorting, packing, and repacking technology to meet the increasing demand from its retail and wholesale customers, especially for high-value products such as plums, cherries, and blueberries. read more

The Spanish stone fruit campaign is starting amidst periods of constant rainfall and hailstorms in various production areas, leading to a sustained supply forecast despite expectations of lower production. Extremadura, one of the least [affected regions, is also gearing up for the campaign. read more

COT International attended Macfrut last week to introduce its new varieties of apricots, cherries, and plums. The event also served as a platform to emphasize the company's goals regarding varietal selection, which are centered around productivity for producers and taste for consumers. read more

The upcoming stone fruit season will not be without its challenges, says Yagmur Ozbutun, Export Area Executive at Ser Pak Packaging: "The year 2025 has started with a globally challenging season for stone fruits such as apricots, peaches, and plums. Spring frosts have caused significant crop." read more

Chilean dried plum exports reached 48 countries in the first three months of 2025, according to Chileprunes. According to FreshFruitPortal, shipments amounted to 12,897 metric tons (MT), valued at $39.5 million, based on customs data reported by the trade association. read more

Dzięki współpracy z Joy Wing Mau i Aeon Retail, indyjskie mango Superplum są teraz dostępne w Chinach po raz pierwszy. read more