Carrot

"Before the pandemic and energy crises, people in Norway used to buy 5 kg of fruit and vegetables, but now they only buy 1 kg and go get more if they need to," describes Andre Stoltenberg, Sales Manager of the importer Interfrukt in Norway. He mentions that due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been a shift in consumer behavior. read more

Almost two years after the launch of the Le Zuppe line, Annaturatraccia enthusiastically assesses its progress. The range currently includes 3 varieties: the Ortolana, made with chard, carrots, spinach, and savoy cabbage; the Contadina, consisting of a mix of grains, legumes, and vegetables; and the Legumes and Cereals, with spelt. read more

New Zealand grower and exporter Integrow is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. The company currently exports 30,000 metric tonnes of produce annually, including onions, apples, squash, cherries, avocados, citrus fruits, and carrots to markets worldwide. "Integrow is a business." read more

Carrot harvesting is currently ongoing, and during this period it is common for prices to decrease due to the increase in current supply. However, this season carrots in the Polish wholesale market seem to be resilient to such pressures. So, what are the current prices of washed carrots in large wholesale quantities? read more

Swish Rolls bakery in Singapore has introduced a limited-edition series of vegetable-shaped buns, which will be available until November 10, 2024. These buns are designed to look like vegetables such as carrots, eggplants, and mushrooms, but their fillings do not correspond to their appearance. For instance, the bun shaped like a carrot is filled with orange cream. read more

The high soil moisture in the past weeks did not provide optimal conditions for storage, reports the Austrian Chamber of Agriculture. As a result, the quality of onions varies greatly. Onions are currently readily available as per the season. Domestic sales, however, may be affected. read more

Despite the recent rainy spells that have made harvesting more difficult, the carrot season is progressing normally. "We are satisfied with the quality of the carrots, with good uniformity in size. Yields are also fairly good, although lower in recent weeks due to the increasingly complex weather… read more

Korean retailers are introducing ultra-low priced products in response to high inflation. CU, a convenience store chain operated by BGF Retail Co., has announced that it will be offering vegetable products priced at 990 won later this month. The products will include onions, green onions, radish slices, carrots, and king oyster mushrooms. read more

Czy trudniejsza gospodarka skłania konsumentów do powrotu do warzyw korzeniowych? Może tak być. "Popyt na warzywa korzeniowe jest na rekordowo wysokim poziomie" - mówi Harris S. Cutler z Race-West Company, Inc. "Ostatnio dużo mówi się o inflacji żywnościowej i porównywaniu informacji o koszyku zakupowym sprzed czterech lub pięciu lat" read more

Farmers in the UK gathered on Thursday, October 3rd to celebrate National Carrot Day, shining a spotlight on a vegetable that holds a significant place in both British agriculture and dietary practices. The event, organized by Roger Hobson, an eighth-generation farmer from Yorkshire, aimed to emphasize the importance of carrots. read more

Farmers in the UK are facing lower yields due to widespread flooding, affecting the availability of locally grown produce. The country has seen a 5% decrease in fruit and vegetable production, with carrot yields specifically dropping by 7% over the past year. read more

Bolthouse Fresh Foods™ is introducing three delicious, fresh carrot products in the new Bolthouse Fresh™ packaging. The new products, designed for both retail and foodservice customers, are Carrot Shakers, Side Dish Sizzlers, and Soup n' Stewin' Carrots. "This is a significant year for us, highlighting our dedication." read more

The direction of the carrot market for this year is still uncertain. "Currently, it is very quiet. Export activities have not picked up yet," says Peter Rinkel from Hagranop. "The situation is the opposite of last year. Prices for fresh market carrots are on the rise, whereas last year's carrots were primarily meant for." read more

Tom Desmet of Desmet Agro observes that the carrot market appears to be slowly recovering after two slower weeks. The company, which cultivates a variety of crops including carrots, leeks, cabbages, celeriac, onions, and potatoes, is currently in the final months of the carrot season, which had experienced a downturn. read more

Jumbo has already taken measures to support producers in their transition. For example, Jumbo pays a sustainability bonus to producers who work sustainably with the quality label "On the Way to PlanetProof". Jumbo also supports the cultivation of fresh wax carrots. read more

Before the official festival program began - where also 60 years of Rijk Zwaan in Germany were celebrated - visitors could tour the test fields with, among others, cauliflower, kohlrabi, and carrots, and also learn about white romanesco, pepper, and cucumber varieties. read more

The vegetable pricing landscape in Ukraine shows a diverse range across supermarkets and wholesale markets. This diversity is seen in the prices of key ingredients for borscht, such as potatoes, carrots, onions, and beets. A study conducted by the Khvilya portal brought attention to this. read more

In recent months, a video posted on TikTok sparked a new rather unusual trend: washing fruits and vegetables in the dishwasher. In the video, a young woman shows her mother loading tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, and lemons into the dishwasher instead of pots and dishes. read more