Plums

The Central Statistical Office (GUS) has published the first preliminary estimate of the main crop yields for 2024. What are the predictions for fruit tree yields? read more

This is also reflected in the consumption numbers. Last year, a whopping 1.1 kg of stone fruit per capita was consumed. More than half of this (44,000 t/2023) came from domestic cultivation - primarily from Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Lower Saxony, as reported by German Fruit. read more

In the Polish plum market, the early variety Lepotica still reigns supreme, but this picture is slowly changing. Other varieties are entering the game. There are already quite a few Węgierek plums. The first offers for sale of Jubileum and Mieszańca plums have appeared. How are plum prices shaping up in large wholesale quantities? read more

One year follows another and none are the same. "Last year was a pleasure," says Pierre Dorsaz. Conversely, the fruit grower from Riddes, who grows apricots, plums, apples, and pears on several hectares in the Rhone Valley in the canton of Valais, does not hesitate to mention this year as a read more

We are still in the fairly early stage of the domestic plum season. However, the price trends we are observing in the wholesale trade of these fruits are not favorable for growers. How are the prices of Polish plums shaping up in the wholesale market? read more

ILIPsi once again proves to be a leading partner for the fruit and vegetable sector, offering innovative and customized solutions. The high-quality food packaging company has indeed developed an innovative packaging solution for Metis®, the brand of premium juicy and crunchy plums. read more

Sustainability and customization. Granfrutta Zani has chosen the innovative Ilip packaging for the premium Metis plums brand. The ezy:split hybrid basket that enhances the premium Metis Crate product. read more

The Polish plum season is still in its early stages and far from reaching its peak supply. However, there is already significant price pressure on these fruits in the wholesale market. The pressure is effective. What are the current prices of plums in the Polish wholesale market? read more

La Unió Llauradora points out that the price of watermelon in the fields of the Valencian Community has dropped by an average of 38% compared to the previous season despite having a large

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Italian plums have appeared in the Gdo assortments, but compared to other drupes, it is difficult to find something interesting. Beyond the classic division based on the color of the skin, not much has been done, apart from a few projects. read more

The Polish plum season started earlier than usual, which is a typical phenomenon in this year's fruit market. Therefore, it is not surprising that the plum harvesting is gaining momentum relatively quickly, and new varieties are appearing on the market. How are the prices of plums shaping up in the Polish wholesale market? read more

Meanwhile, according to Olivier Lefebvre, responsible for the Brands department at Star Fruits, there is no longer any need to explain the virtues of plums to retailers. And yet: "With their mix of sweetness, crunch, and juiciness, they promise a true delight," convincing with their "juicy texture." read more

This milestone confirms the efforts of Swiss fruit growing and sets the path for the future. Starting in 2025, consumers will enjoy even more sustainable cherries and plums. It is another step in the right direction. The industry program "Sustainability" read more

BayWa's stock plummeted by as much as 35% after the news of an external investigation into its financial restructuring options was announced. The Munich-based conglomerate, which is renowned for its trading activities in agricultural supplies and produce, recognized the necessity for restructuring due to a "tense" situation. read more

Household consumption of fresh vegetables in 2023 was 48.92 kilograms per person per year, a decrease of 2.6% compared to the previous year, equivalent to consuming about 1.3 kilograms less than the previous year.

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The processing of locally produced fruit has a long tradition in the Republic of Serbia. Flora d.o.o., based in the central Serbian region of Ivanjica, has been one of the leading processors and exporters for 30 years now. The family company's fruit products, above all plum jam and fruit read more

Superplum has launched its lychee season as the Indian states of West Bengal and Bihar hit peak production. The company's cleaned and destemmed packs are now available across multiple cities and internationally. India is the world's second largest producer of lychees. read more

Ukrainian producers are deeply worried about the situation in the melon market: watermelon prices are plummeting rapidly due to low demand, and the harvest is at serious risk of destruction because of abnormally hot weather, report analysts from the EastFruit project. Sellers are rushing to read more

Mimo osiągnięcia rekordowej wartości eksportu pod względem ilości i wartości FOB, chilijskie owoce kamienne napotkały kilka wyzwań w sezonie 2023-2024. Sektor owoców kamienistych Chile obejmuje śliwki japońskie, śliwki europejskie (Sugar Plums), nektarynki, brzoskwinie i morele. Eksport do Chin, głównego rynku, wzrósł o 25%. read more

The demand for melons and watermelons is still not optimal, due to the unstable weather in the North. The same goes for peaches and nectarines, whose high production is causing prices to drop. On the other hand, we have incoming varieties of Cot apricots, Portici, Farbaly, and Faralia, and for plums, Goccia d'oro.

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