Cucumbers

Iconic characters from children’s TV show Sesame Street will feature in a new back to school campaign from Perfection Fresh in collaboration with ’A better choice!’. read more

The impact of last summer’s heatwave in Morocco may still be felt by European consumers as the year progresses due to its impact on crops including tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers. Many plants were unable to withstand the intense heat, especially in the important fruit and vegetable growing
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A new crop clip system for cucumber and tomato plants has led to a breakthrough for the company Pellikaan. Cor Pellikaan, the founder, came up with the idea while working with tomato plants. read more

The impact of last summer’s heatwave in Morocco may still be felt by European consumers as the year progresses due to its impact on crops including tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers. Many plants were unable to withstand the intense heat, especially in the important fruit and vegetable growing
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At the wholesale market "Shuvar," the largest in Western Ukraine, there is an observed increase in cucumber prices. As of January 10, 2024, the prices for imported cucumbers range from 1.6 to 2 euros per kilogram, which is 18-20% higher than the previous year. Domestic greenhouse cucumbers, in
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The first week of 2024 at the VBT auctions was characterized by rising cucumber prices and slightly declining tomato prices. Most lettuce prices also experienced a slight dip. read more

In December 2023, Belarus witnessed a significant spike in food prices, as reported by the National Statistical Committee. Fresh cucumbers led the pack with a staggering 28.90% increase compared to the previous month. Other notable hikes included white cabbage (+22.58%), grapes (+18.32%), sweet
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Harvest House has once again been certified Climate-Neutral. "We can, thus, deliver our tomatoes, bell peppers, and cucumbers with a climate label," says Jelle Posthuma, Environmental Specialist at this Dutch cooperative. read more

Reliable label data enable correct distribution, traceability and smooth processes. cab has 48 years of experience in printing, dispensing and applying labels. Thermal transfer solutions by cab at Fruit Logistica will include compostable materials, label flags and cardboard inserted to side pockets. read more

There's a popular tip on the internet that rubbing a cucumber slice on a noisy door hinge can silence it. This noise is usually due to dust or lack of lubrication. The theory suggests that cucumber juice lubricates the hinge, but cucumbers are largely water and don't offer lasting lubrication. read more

The supply of greenhouse cucumbers in Ukraine is currently extremely low, causing their prices to rise, reports EastFruit. Most of the cucumbers on the Ukrainian market come from Turkey, as only a few Ukrainian greenhouse enterprises are now able to produce them locally. read more

Zijtwende International specialises in the marketing of fruit and vegetables. The core range consists of the most important greenhouse and open field vegetable crops. In particular, the range includes peppers, aubergines, cucumbers, iceberg lettuce and many varieties of tomatoes. read more

This is outlined in Resolution No. 713 (4) by the Council of Ministers. According to the document, monthly limits on changes to producer prices are introduced. Thus, vegetables essential for traditional borscht, cucumbers, tomatoes, and seasonal apples can increase by a maximum of 3.5% compared
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The harvest volumes of cucumbers in the Spanish growing regions were therefore smaller than expected. Even though spring-like temperatures have now returned, a rapid increase in harvest volumes is not expected. The crops first have to recover from the winter
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Italy's Fri El Green House continues to invest. Starting in February, the growing company will have two types of cucumbers: snack cucumbers and long cucumbers. "And in 2024 we will activate our geothermal plant. "We have a total of eight geothermal wells, which will make us completely energy
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Snake cucumbers fetched 0.95 euros/kg to 0.80 euros/kg, cucumbers francés 0.70 euros/kg to 1.40 euros/kg and cucumbers corto negro 1.65 euros/kg to 1.30 euros/kg, courgettes fino 1.65 euros/kg to 1.40 euros/kg, courgettes gordo 1.50 euros/kg to 1.25 euros/kg, striped aubergines 1.30 euros/kg to 1 euro/kg
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Danish technology firm Newtec returns to Fruit Logistica in February, fresh from helping one of Scandinavia’s largest vegetable suppliers to automate its operations, minimise waste, and optimise its overall performance. read more

Rijk Zwaan, a leading horticultural seed company, recently organised a technical sales meeting to showcase its range of slicer cucumbers, with a special focus on varieties from the Blueleaf range. read more

Ukraine is witnessing a surge in imports of fruits and vegetables from Turkey due to the Polish border blockade. read more

And France's share could be even more favourable this year, with producers expecting a total of 173,900 tonnes, which is 4% more than last year. The reason for this growth is very good harvests in spring. This good availability is particularly evident in the areas around
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