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From Product to Purpose to achieve true innovation
2024-05-20 00:00
With the latest edition of Think Fresh (click here to learn more), we have attempted to encourage the fruit and vegetable supply chain to rethink their market approach by proposing a redefinition of the 4 Ps of the Marketing Mix that places greater emphasis on key points of the chain.
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Large and plump strawberries at Karol's place. Everyone is amazed!
2024-05-19 00:00
When growing strawberries or other berry plants in organic substrates, there is a belief that the substrate mat or pot should be used for only one cultivation cycle. However, Karol Bierła refutes this view. Already in the 6th year
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Po ogłoszeniu przez Generalną Administrację Celna Chin (GAC), Węgry otrzymały zgodę na eksport świeżych wiśni do Chin, pod warunkiem spełnienia określonych wymagań - zauważa FreshPlaza.
After the announcement by China's General Administration of Customs (GAC), Hungary has been granted permission to export fresh cherries to China, contingent on meeting specific requirements, as noted by FreshPlaza. read more
After the announcement by China's General Administration of Customs (GAC), Hungary has been granted permission to export fresh cherries to China, contingent on meeting specific requirements, as noted by FreshPlaza. read more
Recovery of frost-damaged raspberry canes on plantations
2024-05-18 00:00
Many raspberry plantations, both summer and autumn varieties, are experiencing unusual shoot development. In many cases, these damages are caused by April-May frosts. The most severe damages are visible after cutting the shoots.
read moreThe Sicilian grape season started 10 days earlier than in 2023.
2024-05-18 00:00
"We began harvesting on May 11th, which is 10 days earlier than last season. Currently, the volumes are limited, with only about a dozen pallets being shipped to domestic and foreign markets every other day. Quantities are expected to increase towards the end of the month, so supplies will"
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Crop covers saved the strawberry plantations.
2024-05-18 00:00
This year, agricultural fabrics remained on the strawberry plantations for quite a long time. The most important thing is that they fulfilled their task and protected the flowers and fruits from damage caused by low temperatures. The condition of the covered plantations also seems to be
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South Africa’s table grape industry organization, Sati, has expressed satisfaction with the early outcomes of this year’s promotional campaign in Vietnam and China.
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An early start for Portuguese apricots
2024-05-17 17:00
Hailstorms in northern Portugal have caused a slight decrease in apricot volumes this year for Granfer, the country's top stone fruit producer. However, the harvest in Alentejo, another key production area further south, is progressing well, as reported by the head of commerce.
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WAO responds to the 'inaccurate' Christian Aid report on avocados.
2024-05-17 16:00
The World Avocado Organization (WAO), representing global avocado growers, has responded to a report from the NGO Christian Aid that focuses on "thirsty" avocado plants as significant contributors to water shortages and high carbon emissions in producer countries prone to drought.
read more
The Fruchthandel Magazin wishes you a Happy Pentecost!
2024-05-17 14:00
From May 21st onwards, we will be back to provide you with the latest news and updates on fruits and vegetables from the fresh produce industry.
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From Product to Purpose to achieve true innovation
2024-05-20 00:00
With the latest edition of Think Fresh (click here to learn more), we have attempted to encourage the fruit and vegetable supply chain to rethink their market approach by proposing a redefinition of the 4 Ps of the Marketing Mix that places greater emphasis on key points of the chain.
read more
Large and plump strawberries at Karol's place. Everyone is amazed!
2024-05-19 00:00
When growing strawberries or other berry plants in organic substrates, there is a belief that the substrate mat or pot should be used for only one cultivation cycle. However, Karol Bierła refutes this view. Already in the 6th year
read more
Po ogłoszeniu przez Generalną Administrację Celna Chin (GAC), Węgry otrzymały zgodę na eksport świeżych wiśni do Chin, pod warunkiem spełnienia określonych wymagań - zauważa FreshPlaza.
After the announcement by China's General Administration of Customs (GAC), Hungary has been granted permission to export fresh cherries to China, contingent on meeting specific requirements, as noted by FreshPlaza. read more
After the announcement by China's General Administration of Customs (GAC), Hungary has been granted permission to export fresh cherries to China, contingent on meeting specific requirements, as noted by FreshPlaza. read more
Recovery of frost-damaged raspberry canes on plantations
2024-05-18 00:00
Many raspberry plantations, both summer and autumn varieties, are experiencing unusual shoot development. In many cases, these damages are caused by April-May frosts. The most severe damages are visible after cutting the shoots.
read moreThe Sicilian grape season started 10 days earlier than in 2023.
2024-05-18 00:00
"We began harvesting on May 11th, which is 10 days earlier than last season. Currently, the volumes are limited, with only about a dozen pallets being shipped to domestic and foreign markets every other day. Quantities are expected to increase towards the end of the month, so supplies will"
read more
Crop covers saved the strawberry plantations.
2024-05-18 00:00
This year, agricultural fabrics remained on the strawberry plantations for quite a long time. The most important thing is that they fulfilled their task and protected the flowers and fruits from damage caused by low temperatures. The condition of the covered plantations also seems to be
read more
South Africa’s table grape industry organization, Sati, has expressed satisfaction with the early outcomes of this year’s promotional campaign in Vietnam and China.
read more
An early start for Portuguese apricots
2024-05-17 17:00
Hailstorms in northern Portugal have caused a slight decrease in apricot volumes this year for Granfer, the country's top stone fruit producer. However, the harvest in Alentejo, another key production area further south, is progressing well, as reported by the head of commerce.
read more
WAO responds to the 'inaccurate' Christian Aid report on avocados.
2024-05-17 16:00
The World Avocado Organization (WAO), representing global avocado growers, has responded to a report from the NGO Christian Aid that focuses on "thirsty" avocado plants as significant contributors to water shortages and high carbon emissions in producer countries prone to drought.
read more
The Fruchthandel Magazin wishes you a Happy Pentecost!
2024-05-17 14:00
From May 21st onwards, we will be back to provide you with the latest news and updates on fruits and vegetables from the fresh produce industry.
read more
Earth & Wheat introduces frozen banana snacks to its quirky fruit and vegetable boxes.
2024-05-17 13:00
The quirky and surplus food subscription service Earth & Wheat has teamed up with frozen snack brand Pukpip to combat banana waste and collaborate with eco-friendly retailers.
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Lidl Austria: "Living Wage Bananas" project guarantees living wages in the banana supply chain.
2024-05-17 11:00
Together with the producers, suppliers, and partners FLOCERT and IDH, a pioneering system was developed as part of the Lidl project "Living Wage" to ensure that the necessary price premium is in place to close the wage gap towards a living wage for Lidl's share.
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Valencia: Higher summer fruit production expected
2024-05-17 11:00
Overall, the agricultural organization expects a total harvest of 13,120 tons of summer fruit in Valencia. Out of this, 6,500 tons (50%) are accounted for by peaches, Paraguayos, and nectarines, 5,223 tons (40%) by plums, and 1,355 tons (10%) by apricots. 75% (9,878 tons) of the production comes from the province.
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The new website offers a seamless, intuitive user experience that provides easy access to comprehensive details about the sustainable practices and diverse product range of Westfalia Fruit. The homepage was designed with the user in mind and allows for a
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Eksport awokado Hass z Kolumbii do USA ma wynieść w tym roku 50 milionów funtów, co oznacza wzrost o 50 procent w porównaniu z 32 milionami funtów wysłanymi w 2023 roku - takie dane podała Kolumbijska Rada Awokado.
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A retailer of fruits and vegetables has been disqualified due to misconduct related to Covid loans.
2024-05-17 10:00
The director of a fruit and vegetable retailer, who misused more than half of a Covid loan by investing it in the stock market instead of using it for business purposes, has been disqualified and instructed to repay the funds.
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Zespri destroys over a million trays of kiwis.
2024-05-17 10:00
Jason Te Brake, Chief Operating Officer, said that Zespri had examined 2,600 (54%) of the pallets. Zespri even sent employees to Belgium to address the situation and enlisted external food safety experts.
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Fertilizing blueberries should be adjusted to the condition of the plants in a particular plantation.
2024-05-17 00:00
Many highbush blueberry plantations in Poland were severely affected by the frost in April and May, which in some places could rather be called freezes. However, there are regions or plantations where the situation allows for a hopeful outlook
read moreMacfrut 2024: an enthusiastic response
2024-05-17 00:00
SPP "Enogray" in Kherson is scheduled to start its sweet cherry harvest in late May. This year's crop has been notably affected by fluctuating temperatures, causing poor fruit sets for varieties that bloomed in colder weather. The yield for this season is expected to be only slightly.
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