Watermelons

The Association of Friends of the Environment has sent a letter to Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit, calling for an immediate cessation of watermelon cultivation in the Zagora region. This request is made in the context of a worsening water crisis, with the region already facing serious water shortages. read more

The latest report from Emater/RS, the Informativo Conjuntural, highlights the ongoing development and challenges of watermelon and melon cultivation across various regions in Rio Grande do Sul. In the Bagé and São Gabriel areas, watermelon has been planted on 52 hectares, with staggered planting. read more

The tradition of long, leisurely summer days dedicated to good food and family, characterized by a growing pile of mango peels, nectarine pits, and watermelon rinds, seems to be a thing of the past. Now, South Africans are driven by a desire to take advantage of Black Friday deals, or what they are led to believe. read more

The Spanish melon and watermelon production and distribution group El Abuelo has signed an agreement with the Brazilian company Agrícola Famosa, the world's leading producer and distributor, to integrate their businesses and become the leading supplier of these fruits in Europe. read more

Agricola Famosa, a Brazilian company belonging to the Citri&Co group, is set to acquire Melones El Abuelo from Murcia. This agreement will establish the largest supplier of melons and watermelons in Europe, with an estimated turnover of €230 million and an annual sales volume exceeding 320,000 tonnes of fruit. read more

Agrícola Famosa, the prominent Brazilian fruit producer and exporter, has announced a merger with the Spanish company El Abuelo, a regional leader in the production and distribution of high-quality melons and watermelons. The combined revenue of both companies exceeded €230 million in 2023. read more

The analysis of the watermelon campaign 2024 at a commercial level conducted in the last episode highlighted highs and lows in terms of consumption due to unstable weather conditions across our Peninsula. read more

The Murcian group specialized in the production and distribution of high-quality melons and watermelons, El Abuelo, has signed an agreement with the Brazilian company. read more

A few weeks after the conclusion of the watermelon campaign, it is possible to assess the results thanks to the analysis carried out by Agroter's Fruit and Vegetable Monitor and the feedback from the distribution network. read more

Until September 2024, a volume of 5,004,938 tons of fresh fruit was exported (+9.5%) worth 7.379.203 billion euros (+9%). After citrus fruits, the most exported fruits were stone fruits, watermelons, melons, and berries. Noteworthy is the growth in stone fruits, except for. read more

The summer of 2024 concludes with a more than positive balance for Perla Nera, the mid-sized watermelon that has captured the hearts of Italians. This is confirmed by Bruno Francescon, president of the Perla Nera Consortium, Andrea Peviani, commercial director of Peviani S.p.A, and Sergio Giardina of Op La. read more

" A now melon and watermelon season is approaching for the greenhouses in Almeria. Therefore, producers must make decisions in the upcoming weeks regarding which varieties to choose in order to achieve the highest quality, production, and profitability. Semillas Fitó, one of the world's leading companies in research and development... " read more

Semillas Fitó is expanding its catalogue of melon and watermelon varieties for greenhouse growers in Almeria. As the new campaign is about to start, the seed company based in Barcelona is introducing new products in almost every segment. read more

A very positive balance for Perla Nera's summer 2024, the mid-sized watermelon. Despite the decrease in volumes due to weather conditions, it was a campaign focused on quality, and the brand has seen a significant growth in terms of awareness, confirmed Bruno. read more

Semillas Fitó, one of the leading companies in R&D in melon and watermelon varieties worldwide, has always worked closely with Almeria producers to improve and expand their

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There is currently a seasonal shift in the watermelon import market in Poland. Fruits from Southern Europe are being replaced by those from the Southern Hemisphere. However, this year the supply of Brazilian watermelons is even lower than usual. read more

Bouquet seedless watermelons are the flagship summer fruit of Anecoop France, and the company is now aiming to elevate persimmons as the new star of the winter season! Considered a "strategic product" for the cooperative, they aim to popularize this fruit in the French market. "Currently, the fruit selection... read more

How did the production of fruit and vegetable juices as well as frozen fruits and vegetables evolve in the three quarters of 2024? read more

The customs report disclosed that Iran's agricultural exports amounted to 3.8 million tons, showing a 16% increase from the previous year. Topping the export list, pistachios brought in $614 million, followed by tomatoes, watermelons, apples, and dates at $226 million, $139 million, $124 million respectively. read more

Watermelons are among his favorite fruits, but he often 'draws' on pumpkins, melons, carrots, oranges, apples as well. We are talking about Giuseppe Guida from Puglia, who is a world champion in fruit carving, which is the art (of oriental origin) of carving fruits and vegetables. read more