Carrot

The Ukrainian carrot market is currently seeing a trend of decreasing prices, as reported by analysts from the EastFruit project. Producers have noted that although demand for carrots remains relatively low, wholesale companies are only purchasing on an as-needed basis and are avoiding storing the product. read more

The upcoming Egyptian carrot export campaign is set to begin soon, in December. Mohamed Matouk, CEO of RM Fresh, anticipates high demand attributed to the challenges faced in Europe. The exporter states: "The flooding in Spain and the effects of climate change in the northern Mediterranean are also affecting carrot production." read more

At the same time, the expected quantity will be 12% above the five-year average for 2019-2023. The national cultivation area for carrots for the fresh market in the 2024-2025 campaign has increased by 2% compared to the previous year, reaching 10,570 hectares, which is 1% above the average for the years 2019-2023. read more

Haith Group, a manufacturer of vegetable handling equipment, began its partnership with MH Poskitt in 1959 when Geoff Haith started offering repair services to Mark Poskitt. Back then, Poskitts were producing approximately 1,000 tons of carrots each year. Today, their production has increased significantly to 70,000 tons annually. read more

In the carrot species, in line with the demand for growth and innovation in processes in more demanding countries, such as Italy, Vilmorin Mikado has innovated the product shape. read more

By the weekend, carrots have a high chance of becoming the most expensive item in the borscht set on the domestic market, surpassing potatoes in the rankings, according to analysts from the EastFruit project. This would mark the first time in the history of the project's monitoring. read more

"Conwentional carrot yields from California are beginning to improve. 'We're hoping to see that continue through to the end of the year so we'll have a more consistent flow of product,' says Rob Giragosian with Kern Ridge Growers, LLC, adding that production is coming from Kern County and will..." read more

Ads this week were still full of Autumn items, but retailers showed they are ready to roll into the holiday season by offering deals on meal favorites, baking supplies, and gift ideas. Sweet potatoes, cranberries, pomegranates, persimmons, carrots, winter squash, and celery were front and center. read more

With the beginning of Egypt's new carrot season, there is a sense of excitement in the agriculture sector. This year's crop is anticipated to be exceptional because of favorable weather conditions and enhanced farming techniques. read more