Vegetables
Balancing competition conditions in the market is a top priority for the European tomato sector.
2024-04-19 00:00
The Tomato Contact Group of the Spanish-Franco-Italian Fruit and Vegetables Joint Committee met for the first time on Tuesday, April 16, in Almeria. The meeting, sponsored by Coexphal, focused on discussing the current situation and priorities of the sector. One of the key topics addressed was the importance of balancing the European market...
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At Warnez Potatoes, there is currently a gradual shift towards importing potatoes. Jurgen mentioned that "local sourcing is becoming more challenging. It's difficult to determine the availability of industrial potatoes, and ware potatoes are decreasing rapidly, so we are increasingly turning to imported options."
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Week 14: sales are plummeting, but it's due to the calendar effect
2024-04-19 00:00
In week 14, sales of pre-packaged Lcc and fruit and vegetables drop by double digits, but the calendar plays a role due to Easter, which is why trends should be taken with caution. Among channels, all physical ones are losing, including discount stores.
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Specialty growers are preparing for spring at farms in Illinois.
2024-04-19 00:00
W Illinois, specialty growers are actively engaging in spring preparations. Tony Pferschy from Garlic Breath Farms in the northern region reports the commencement of planting 70,000 garlic bulbs and managing 5,000 to 10,000 plants, including peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes, within his.
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"Jakość cebuli wygląda doskonale, a klienci są zadowoleni z rozpoczęcia nowego sezonu."
2024-04-19 00:00
Vidalia, GA: Danny Ray from Ray Farms Inc. in Glennville, GA, informed us on April 17th that their family's Vidalia onion season is beginning well. "We are very busy right from the start," Danny said. "The quality of the onions looks excellent, and our customers are excited to start the new season with us. Thank you."
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Ukrainian producers are looking for optimal solutions for vegetable storage in order to save money.
2024-04-19 00:00
Ukrainian vegetable growers are actively exploring storage solutions, as the absence of proper storage facilities in autumn could force them to sell their produce at rock-bottom prices. The most popular vegetables for storage are those commonly used in borscht. Oles Kapitanchuk, the manager of
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More sustainable IV gamma with new resistant varieties
2024-04-19 00:00
Levantia Seed continues to develop its dedicated proposal for leafy vegetables for the Fresh-cut Produce sector. This is an important market segment that demands answers to face multiple challenges in the seed industry, ranging from climatic conditions to pathogens, ensuring constant volumes and characteristics.
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Labour has criticized the Conservative Party for causing damage to the rural economy in Nazeing and has promised to introduce a new plan to support vegetable and fruit growers in order to enhance Britain's food security. During a recent visit to salad producers at a supermarket in Nazeing, Steve Reed MP, Labour's Shadow Environment Secretary, emphasized...
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There is a high volume of organic rhubarb available this season from the Pacific Northwest.
2024-04-19 00:00
Wiosna nadeszła, co oznacza, że produkcja organicznej rabarbaru jest w toku na Północno-Zachodnim Wybrzeżu Pacyfiku. "To jedna z czołowych regionów produkcji rabarbaru w USA" - mówi Jess Hardin, kupujący w firmie Organically Grown Company. "Nasi klienci niecierpliwie oczekują na ten plon każdą wiosnę, uprawiany organicznie przez naszą firmę".
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"The limited availability this season has slightly affected chicory sales," says Hugo Jongejan from the Dutch Witlofkwekerij LOF. "We have divided the number of roots and weeks, and that's how we plan our weekly sales. As a result, sales are expected to remain relatively steady throughout the season."
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Over the past three years, watermelon production has expanded across the country, spurred by substantial losses in vegetable and pumpkin crops in regions such as Mykolaiv, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa. This diversification has been successful, as farmers have found the viability of the watermelon crop.
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Tim O'Malley, Group Managing Director of Nationwide Produce, discusses the unprecedented weather conditions impacting Southern Europe and the UK, and the resulting disruption of global supply chains. This includes the soaring prices of asparagus and the shortage of domestically grown parsnips in the UK.
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UK supermarkets are being accused of misleading labeling regarding the origins of fresh fruit and vegetables.
2024-04-19 00:00
New Zealand: Masterton Warehouse now stocks fresh produce
Shoppers in Wairarapa have more fresh produce options available, as The Warehouse in Masterton has recently started selling fruits and vegetables. The new range includes a seasonal selection of produce, such as carrots, onions, and potatoes. read more
Shoppers in Wairarapa have more fresh produce options available, as The Warehouse in Masterton has recently started selling fruits and vegetables. The new range includes a seasonal selection of produce, such as carrots, onions, and potatoes. read more
Celebrating the harvest of British Columbia greenhouse vegetables.
2024-04-19 00:00
Wiosna nadeszła w Kolumbii Brytyjskiej, a Dirk de Jong, wiceprezes i menedżer regionalny obiektów Village Farms w szklarniach Delta, BC – który w tym miesiącu obchodzi 25 lat pracy w firmie – jest gotowy. De Jong i jego zespół są podekscytowani nadchodzącym nowym sezonem i nowymi odmianami.
Spring has sprung in British Columbia, and Dirk de Jong, VP & regional facility manager for Village Farms' Delta, BC greenhouses – celebrating 25 years of service with the company this month – is ready. De Jong and his team are excited for a fresh new season and the new varietals. read more
Spring has sprung in British Columbia, and Dirk de Jong, VP & regional facility manager for Village Farms' Delta, BC greenhouses – celebrating 25 years of service with the company this month – is ready. De Jong and his team are excited for a fresh new season and the new varietals. read more
Increasing supply of zucchinis
2024-04-18 11:00
The increasing supply of zucchinis suggests a decrease in prices. Currently, prices for Spanish zucchinis are still above last year's levels.
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VIP reports a successful campaign in Latin America.
2024-04-18 10:00
The Val Venosta Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives (Vip) has been experiencing strong sales of its premium apple varieties in non-EU markets since the start of the campaign. Latin America and India are key target markets for the Italian supplier outside of Europe.
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This week in the Fruit Trade Magazine: Italy, Fresh Convenience, Market Report April
2024-04-18 10:00
Radishes are popular among many consumers due to their crisp texture and slightly spicy flavor. They can be eaten raw or cooked. Radishes are rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and folic acid. The cultivation of radishes has been on the rise.
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Kantar: Cost-conscious consumers are increasingly favoring imperfect or "wonky" vegetables
2024-04-18 00:00
Sweden: Simone Margulies appointed new President and CEO of Axfood
The Board of Directors of Axfood has appointed Simone Margulies, currently Managing Director of Hemköpskedjan AB, as President and CEO of Axfood as of 15 August 2024. Simone Margulies will succeed Klas from that date onwards. read more
The Board of Directors of Axfood has appointed Simone Margulies, currently Managing Director of Hemköpskedjan AB, as President and CEO of Axfood as of 15 August 2024. Simone Margulies will succeed Klas from that date onwards. read more
Finocchi, Blumen Vegetable Seeds focuses on quality features.
2024-04-18 00:00
Qualitative excellence features and a complete range for different growing cycles: these are the characteristics that Blumen Vegetable Seeds, the seed house, focused on for its hybrid fennel varieties Amadeus, Mozart, and Diamante. These were detailed by the responsible person.
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