Pomegranates

Farmers in Daraa, southern Syria, have started harvesting pomegranates this October. Despite facing challenges such as drought and fluctuating weather conditions, which have caused some pomegranate crops to crack, the overall production outlook is optimistic. read more

Peak production for Italian pumpkins, with the arrival of ornamental varieties in the markets as well. There is a growing demand for pomegranates and persimmons. Quantities of Abate pears are increasing, with the first harvests also for the Emiliana Kaiser variety. The harvest of Variegated radicchio has begun. read more

Turkish pomegranate harvest has started and the weather is positively impacting this year, according to Kerem Tümen, export manager of Turkish fresh produce trader Tümen Tarim. "The harvest of Hicaz pomegranates has begun in Turkey. The weather conditions have been very favorable." read more

Azerbaijan, known for its pomegranate orchards, is taking advantage of the increasing global interest in this fruit. Pomegranates, a symbol of the country and a key component of its agriculture, are becoming more and more sought after in international markets. In 2023, Azerbaijan produced around 190,000. read more

Taliban officials have passed on a message from the Pakistani Consul General and Commercial Attaché in Herat, indicating that Pakistan is planning to reduce the customs tariff for Afghanistan's fresh fruits and vegetables to zero. This change will specifically benefit Afghan pomegranates, grapes, read more

With the Navratri festival in full swing, the demand for fruits has increased significantly. Prices for watermelon, melon, papaya, and pomegranate have surged, while prices for custard apples, chickoo, mosambi, oranges, and lemons have remained stable. The fruit market received over 70 tons of mosambi, 40 tons of... read more

The Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) of Granada Mollar de Elche, through the Valencian Government and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development in collaboration with VisitElche, has launched the campaign 'A day like a queen', an initiative

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Michelin-starred chef Begoña Rodrigo officially launched the Mollar de Elche pomegranate campaign at a special event on a farm in Elche this week. read more

In the countryside, the sale of pumpkins is in full swing, featuring the Butternut variety. The persimmon campaign has started, with the Mela Persimon cultivar from Spain, Vaniglia from Campania, and the common persimmon from Emilia-Romagna. The sale of Italian pomegranates has also begun. The variety is expanding. read more

The season is now in full swing at Masseria Fruttirossi, Italy's leading pomegranate producer. They have been harvesting the fruits of the earliest cultivars such as Shany, Emek, and Ako for about a month now. This year, due to the particularly hot summer temperatures, harvesting operations started. read more

Huaiyuan county, located in Bengbu city, Anhui Province, has utilized its geographic and climatic benefits to establish a "pomegranate corridor" along a nearby river. This project, covering 1,000 hectares, has successfully revitalized both the economy and scenery of the region. It is now acknowledged as a... read more

Cultivated in the fields at the foot of Mount Etna, in a generous land capable of enhancing the qualitative characteristics of the product, Barberasi pomegranates stand out for their intense red color and strong, bold taste. The 2024 harvest season started with the first fruits around the 10th. read more

Talking about stone fruit, persimmon, pomegranate, or carob tree nurseries in Spain means talking about Viveros Hernandorena. This family-owned company has built a strong brand for its customers, many of whom are located in different parts of the world, and fostered a sense of belonging among its employees since Fernando... read more

The pomegranate, Symphony apples, seedless white grapes, farro from the I Colori del Sapore line, and Fairtrade certified roses are the products involved in the initiative that sees Aldi Italia alongside the Airc Foundation for breast cancer research and prevention. read more

Pomegranates, pecans, and frozen fruit may soon be approved for export to China as the latest Peruvian products. read more

Soft-seeded pomegranates are highly valued in the Chinese market during the Mid-Autumn Festival. This year, the soft-seeded pomegranate season started two weeks earlier. Reports indicate that the color, taste, price, and quantity of the pomegranates are all ideal, maintaining their significance for the festival. read more

ASAJA Alicante believes that the Denomination of Origin Granada Mollar de Elche has been overly alarmist in reporting the damage caused by South African thrips to the crops. ASAJA Alicante wants to emphasize that only the appearance of the fruit was affected and not all the fruit was damaged. read more

Pierwsza partia świeżych granatów indyjskich trafiła na eksport do Australii i spotkała się z pozytywnym odbiorem, prawie pięć lat po uzyskaniu dostępu do rynku. read more

On September 18, 2024, at the Mazurkas Conference Center in Ożarów Mazowiecki, the Fresh Market 2024 took place – the largest B2B meeting in Poland and Central-Eastern Europe dedicated to the fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers industry. The event brought together key producers, suppliers, and buyers from major retail chains in Poland and neighboring countries. read more

Mimo wysokich cen jakie uzyskali producenci granatów Acco z Grecji na początku sezonu, popyt się wyrównał i teraz ceny zostały prawie zmniejszone o połowę. "Ceny dla producentów spadły obecnie do 0,80-0,90 euro/kg, podczas gdy na początku okresu zbiorów, były one" read more