Asparagus

The global asparagus production is primarily concentrated in five countries, which together account for 82% of the total harvest volume. China is the undisputed number one in this regard. However, the country does not play a significant role in the fresh market, as asparagus is mostly exported. read more

The executive director of the Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board, Jamie Clover Adams, has pointed out the financial pressure on farmers caused by a nearly 40 percent increase in H-2A wages over the last five years. During an interview with Brownfield at the MSU Farm Labor Conference, Adams emphasized this issue. read more

Following exceptional growing conditions, New Zealand asparagus growers have had a successful season. However, the surplus of asparagus has resulted in more spears not meeting supermarket standards due to their appearance. To tackle this issue, Wonky Box, a food box company, is stepping in. read more

At this year's expoSE in Karlsruhe, HEPRO GmbH is showcasing the latest innovations in the field of asparagus peeling machines. The main highlight of the trade fair is the enhanced professional peeling machines ranging from the HEPRO-1800 XL to the 9000 XL, as well as the "asparagus to go" option. read more

Ten raport zawiera analizę trendów dotyczących wolumenu i cen Sezonowych Łatwo psujących się towarów. Wolumen reprezentuje bieżący tydzień, a ceny reprezentują otwarte (natychmiastowe) sprzedaże na rynku pierwotnym przez pierwszych odbiorców produktów ogólnie dobrej jakości i w dobrym stanie, o ile nie powiedziano inaczej, i mogą obejmować read more

This often poses a significant economic challenge for businesses. Simon Schumacher, spokesperson and managing director of the Association of Southern German Asparagus and Strawberry Growers (VSSE), and lawyer Christian Fritz from the Freiburg law firm Fritz & Kollegen, have discussed this. read more

In Namibia, 70% of locally-grown asparagus is exported to international markets, while the remaining 30% is used for domestic consumption, as emphasized by Carlos Lerchundi, the managing director of Otjimbele Agriculture. Lerchundi expressed his satisfaction with this distribution during a recent press briefing. read more

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The Otjimbele grape project in the Omusati region of Namibia is planning to diversify its agricultural production. The project's founder and CEO, Carlos Lertxundi Aretxaga, announced a N$120 million investment for this initiative, which aims to revitalize the former Asparagus Agro-Processing. read more

Black salsify is a niche vegetable in Switzerland. In 2023, it was cultivated on around 11 hectares, with over half of that in organic farming. In Switzerland, black salsify is also known as winter asparagus, as the fibrous, white interior strongly resembles that of the noble asparagus. read more

Mexico had been the world's top supplier of fresh asparagus until 2021. However, in 2022, Peru regained the top spot after a five-year hiatus, pushing Mexico into second place. Since then, Mexico has been concentrating on expanding its market presence in areas also targeted by Peru. read more

The 28th expoSE - Europe's leading trade fair for asparagus and berry production - and the 13th expoDirekt - Germany's largest trade fair for agricultural direct marketing - will showcase numerous innovations and proven products on approximately 25,000 square meters. read more

More than 420 exhibitors from 13 countries are anticipated to participate in the expoSE & expoDirekt trade fair duo taking place on November 20-21, 2024, at Messe Karlsruhe. The 28th expoSE is Europe's top trade fair for asparagus and berry production, while the 13th expoDirekt is Germany's biggest trade fair for agricultural products. read more

Mexico maintained its position as the world's leading supplier of fresh asparagus until 2021. However, in 2022, Peru regained the top spot after five years, pushing Mexico into second place. Since then, Mexico has concentrated on expanding its presence in markets that are also supplied by Peru, such as the UK. read more

This week marks the arrival of LeaderBrand's alpine asparagus in supermarkets, cultivated in the fertile regions at the base of the Southern Alps. The unique climatic conditions of cooler nights and warmer days contribute to the development of asparagus spears, known for their sweet flavor and succulence. read more

This event is a key platform for the company to showcase its new green asparagus formats and to expand its crops. With a 5% increase in cultivation area for green asparagus production in the upcoming season, and the innovative... read more

Chociaż dostawy szparagów wkrótce się poprawią, logistyka w dostarczaniu produktów do USA stanowi wyzwanie. "Dostawy szparagów były napięte przez ostatnie dwa miesiące" - mówi Tim Ryan Jr., wiceprezes ds. sprzedaży w Square One Farms, LLC. "Jeśli chodzi o dostawy, powinno być dostępne więcej szparagów". read more

The eighth edition of the gastronomic competition "Gala Espárrago Chef 2024" has concluded with great success, highlighting the passion and creativity surrounding the green asparagus from Huétor Tájar. read more

Peru is becoming a significant player in the worldwide market for fruits and vegetables, with its agricultural exports reaching a total of US$10.545 billion by the end of 2023. Projections from the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) indicate that this number will exceed US$11.500 billion by the... read more

The Granada cooperatives Centro Sur, Espárrago de Granada and Espalorquiana have closed a significant operation that strengthens the province of Granada in a leading position in the markets.

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