Asparagus

Robots rather than human harvest workers: this is how the Karlsruhe-based start-up PREFIRO envisions the future of asparagus fields in the state. The prototype of the innovative harvesting method – a box on four small wheels – is currently being used on the asparagus field of farmer Thomas Meier. read more

In niedawnej analizie porównującej średnie ceny z poprzedniego tygodnia do bieżących średnich cen różnych owoców i warzyw, zauważa się istotne zmiany we wszystkich kategoriach. Maliny czarne doświadczyły znacznego wzrostu, gdzie średnia cena z poprzedniego tygodnia wynosząca £9.26 za kg wzrosła do. read more

SARL Bigoud, based in Brittany, completed its asparagus harvest on May 15th. It was a successful year, with prices remaining reasonable throughout the season, although not as good as the previous year. "We began in early March, a week behind schedule, and experienced lower overall yields compared to previous years due to... read more

The strawberry season is currently at its peak. We are now offering approximately ten different varieties daily, such as Elsanta, Sonsation, Falco, Sonata, and Clery. Domestic strawberries make up about 50 percent of the market share, and we also sell imported produce from neighboring countries. read more

The vegetable supplier ESG Drysdale has expanded its range of locally grown asparagus to over 60 Asda stores in the North East of England. read more

ESG Drysdale, a vegetable producer based in Scotland, has expanded its locally grown asparagus supply to over 60 Asda stores across the North East of England, following its initial launch in Scottish outlets in 2024. The company expects to sell at least 25 tonnes of asparagus through Asda in the. read more

With St John's Day approaching, the Belgian asparagus season is gradually coming to an end, a season that has been satisfactory for grower Leo Henckens. "Sales haven't dropped off yet either. People are still eager to stock up and freeze asparagus so they can enjoy it after the season ends." read more

"We will finish picking and selling the asparagus in a week. This will bring an unusual year to a close. There was not enough supply, and we struggled to meet all the orders from other countries. In fact, there was a shortage of goods even during periods when we expected to be very busy. On the" read more

After its highly successful debut in 2024, the Association of South German Asparagus and Strawberry Growers (VSSE) is organizing the second Stone Fruit Forum as a part of the expoSE trade fair, with VSSE board member Dominic Ell, a berry and stone fruit producer from Beerenhof Ell in Oberkirch, leading the event. read more

While the result in March defied the negative calendar effect, the category in April receives a barely noticeable positive impulse due to the shift of Easter to April. read more

Teboza is turning 80. This company grows asparagus in the Netherlands, and for a good decade now in Spain. What started as a mixed crop farm had by the 1980s gradually evolved into solely cultivating strawberries and asparagus. In 2001, Will Teeuwen, the family business's third generation, read more

The asparagus campaign started relatively early in April due to favorable spring weather in northern France. However, in the last two weeks, the situation has completely changed due to a lack of consumption that is causing production to come to a standstill. "Nobody wants asparagus anymore. We feel that." read more

Dane rynkowe tego tygodnia ujawniają znaczne zmiany cen w kluczowych kategoriach owoców i warzyw, przy czym niektóre towary wykazują ostre odchylenia od średnich cen zeszłego tygodnia. Wśród najbardziej godnych uwagi zmian jest cena "Jabłka - Inny późny sezon", która wykazała gwałtowny spadek. Średnia cena read more

At the headquarters of OGS Südbaden, tons of asparagus and strawberries are delivered, picked, and dispatched to regional food retailers. In calendar week 16, the first tunnel-grown strawberries were offered to retailers, followed by outdoor-grown produce in calendar weeks 18-19. From now on, the... read more

Kalifornia zakończyła szczególnie udany sezon szparagów. „Chociaż Kalifornia nie jest bardzo dużym programem wolumenowym, obsługuje wielu bardzo wymagających klientów” - mówi James Paul z Greg Paul Produce Sales Inc., który wysyła produkty w ramach programu prowadzonego przez firmę The Giumarra Companies. read more

In the latest market data, Bramley's Seedling apples were priced at an average of £1.39 per kilogram, which is a decrease from the previous week's average of £1.44. This reflects a weekly decline of £0.05, equivalent to a 3% decrease. Additionally, Other Late Season apples also saw a significant price... read more

Since 2018, Tanner & Co. AG has been collaborating with Swiss asparagus producers supplying the retail sector. The goal of this partnership was to develop an environmentally friendly and sales-boosting alternative to traditional packaging methods. Instead of using shrink film, clear trays, or traditional packaging materials. read more

The Green Asparagus of Altedo PGI confirms its role as a protagonist of the spring fruit and vegetable season in Emilia-Romagna. It is an excellent ambassador of the agriculture of Emilia-Romagna, even on European markets. Grown in a specialized area that extends between Bologna and Ferrara, this vegetable is... read more

Within six months, the 29th expoSE – Europe's premier trade fair for asparagus and berry production – and the 14th expoDirekt – Germany's biggest trade fair for direct marketing in agriculture – will be held at the Karlsruhe Exhibition Center. The event will take place from November 19 to 20, 2025, with 440 exhibitors. read more

The first half of the asparagus season has already been well managed, and the strawberry harvest is in full swing with strong demand for the delicious local fruits. "May brings ideal weather for asparagus and strawberries, and we expect a further good course of the season. read more