Pomegranates

The season for Italian pomegranates sold under the Lome Super Fruit brand is going well. The harvest has been completed, and the incoming volumes are higher than expected, totaling 7,100 tonnes compared to the initial estimate of 5,000 tonnes (3,500 tonnes were harvested in 2023). Dario De Lisi, the sales manager, is pleased with the progress. read more

As South Africa's 2025 pomegranate season is about to start later in December, one of the leading exporters of this fruit from South Africa, Star South, has taken a different approach to reimagine the entire value chain. In this first of two articles, Jaco Rheeder, Managing Director of Star South, discusses the innovative changes they have made. read more

Four restaurant chefs from the provinces of Valencia, Castellón, Málaga, and Valladolid will compete in the final of the XIV Creative Cooking Contest with Elche Pomegranates which will take place on the next 11th of

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OrtoRomipresents the Winter Lunch Break salads, a limited edition of the successful range. Short supply chain and distinctive Ortoromi shelf, Winter Lunch Break - Pomegranate and nuts. read more

South Africa's pomegranate harvest season is expected to begin approximately 10 to 14 days later than last year, depending on the region, due to the prolonged cold weather in late spring. The two main growing regions, in the North and the Western Cape, will start their harvest seasons months apart. read more

This ancient fruit, which today is a symbol of well-being and sustainability, is at the center of production and commercial growth and meets the desires of consumers who are increasingly focusing on health and environmental friendliness, according to the project. read more

The popularity of organic pomegranate is growing in the European market, partly due to the It's Bio project supported by Aop Gruppo Vi.Va. This project promotes high-quality organic fruits in Italy, Belgium, and Greece. This ancient fruit has now become a symbol of excellence. read more

Rozpoczęcie sezonu granatów w Indiach spotkało się z dużym popytem - mówi Manoj Barai, dyrektor generalny indyjskiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolniczych MK Exports: "Doświadczyliśmy silnego startu sezonu granatów. Wczesne wskazania sugerują obiecujący rok, z dużym popytem na kluczowe". read more

Organic pomegranate is increasingly being recognized as a fruit of excellence in the European market, thanks to the It's Bio project by Aop Gruppo Vi.Va promoting high-quality organic fruit in Italy, Belgium, and Greece. This ancient fruit is now a symbol of well-being. read more

Italy is positioning itself as a European leader in the production of organic pomegranates, according to It’s Bio, the European project funded by the EU and the Italian association Aop Gruppo Vi.Va to promote organic fruit and vegetables in Italy, Belgium, and Greece. read more

Rich in antioxidants, particularly polyphenols, and enjoyed as an extract as well, organic pomegranate has been at the center of a growing production and commercial trend in the European market in recent years. The three-year project (closing in June 2025) "It's Bio" by Aop Gruppo Vi.Va aims to promote this trend. read more

Israel's wonderful pomegranate season has begun, and the kumquat harvest season is set to start this week. Yinon Osem, CEO of Edom Fruits in Israel, stated, "There is a strong demand for our pomegranates in the U.S. and Europe. We are currently at the beginning of the Wonderful pomegranate season." read more

The California pomegranate harvest is starting to wrap up. "The supply is good. Most of us are finishing up our pomegranate harvest, so we'll likely be packing fresh bins through Thanksgiving," says Justin Bedwell of Bari Produce, mentioning that they are harvesting the Wonderful variety. read more

This season has not been a good one for the Greek PDO 'Ermioni' pomegranates, with harvesting expected to finish around November 25. Mr. Dimitris Kontos, owner of the growing and packing company Oikokipos from the Ermioni area, stated: "Due to the drought of the past months, pomegranate trees..." read more

During the peak of the pomegranate harvest season in Iraq's Diyala province, farmers are raising concerns about crop damage and falling prices. They attribute these problems to competition from imported goods and a lack of sufficient government assistance. This situation jeopardizes the survival of the region's pomegranate industry. read more

Khayruddin Ojak, Chairman of the Aegean Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Exporters Association, provided information on Turkey's export trends, emphasizing the important role of Iraq as a major importer of Turkish pomegranates from January to October. Ojak highlighted Turkey's strong position in the market. read more

Mimo dobrych wolumenów i dobrej jakości, rynek granatów stanowi spore wyzwanie dla tureckich eksporterów - powiedział Yigit Gokyigit, koordynator handlowy tureckiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Alanar: "Sezon granatów rozpoczął się w Turcji niemal dwa miesiące temu. Otrzymujemy duże zainteresowanie naszymi… read more

In Croatia's Dalmatian Hinterland, a region previously considered unsuitable for pomegranate cultivation due to its low temperatures during the colder seasons, there has been a significant increase in pomegranate farming. This change has been noticed in areas stretching from Imotski to Knin and Drniš. read more

At AGF-Overtoom in Amsterdam, the supply of Turkish fruits and vegetables is arriving steadily. "We are currently receiving plenty of pomegranates and Sultana grapes, along with Turkish vegetables like eggplants, zucchini, and peppers," says Mustafa Ozdemir, the manager. read more

Ads this week were still full of Autumn items, but retailers showed they are ready to roll into the holiday season by offering deals on meal favorites, baking supplies, and gift ideas. Sweet potatoes, cranberries, pomegranates, persimmons, carrots, winter squash, and celery were front and center. read more