Ginger

In 2006, La Grama shipped Peru's first container of certified organic ginger. Twenty years later, the company returns to the Organic Produce Summit as the event celebrates its own milestone: ten years of bringing together the organic fresh produce community in Monterey, California. read more

Ralf Settels reports that the ginger market has been quite challenging in recent months. Prices in the first quarter were 10–15 percent below the level of the same period last year. Currently, a shortage of supply is emerging due to relatively high demand and the early end of the season in Peru. read more

Polfarm communicates more than 30 years of experience, farming on over 800 hectares, and a strong position in carrots, beetroot, and other root vegetables. It's one of those examples of a Polish company that, instead of going the small-scale local route, moved from the start toward scale and advanced technology — aimed at working with retail chains, not with regional wholesalers. read more

The Brazilian cooperative Coopginger is getting ready for its 2026 ginger campaign, targeting the European market and set to kick off in June. They are anticipating a 20% increase in volume compared to the previous year. With regular shipments planned until December, Coopginger has organized its read more

Wygląda na to, że tegoroczny imbir Radzi sobie dobrze, pomimo pewnych warunków, które były mniej niż idealne. Tak twierdzi producent z Queensland, James Christodoulou z firmy Carter & Spencer. "Aktualne plony wyglądają bardzo dobrze, mają jasną, kremową barwę miąższu z odcieniami różowego, co jest charakterystyczne" read more

As of April 2026, the Mediterranean agricultural basin is operating under a regime of high-cost volatility and aggressive state intervention. The region remains the linchpin of the European fresh produce supply chain, yet the strategic landscape is defined by a widening chasm between domestic price stabilization and export-driven growth. read more

Shipments of young ginger from Brazil are still being sent via air freight, despite fluctuating demand. According to Frederico Stuhr of Pommer Fresh Foods, sales have been inconsistent, making it difficult to predict trends. "It's up and down. Some weeks, there are more sales, some weeks are less sales, so it's been a little bit hard to predict what's going on right now," he says. read more

Wilko van der Zwaard and Mehmet from WilkoFruit recently visited Brazil to meet their suppliers and tour their farms. Account manager Mehmet commented, "The country never fails to impress with its vast size and incredible diversity." He also noted that the rainy season was very noticeable, with heavy downpours. read more

Zapotrzebowanie na imbir w USA wzrosło po okresie świątecznym, co było widoczne w pierwszych tygodniach stycznia. Wówczas imbir peruwiański korzystał z silnego popytu, częściowo dlatego, że dostępność imbiru chińskiego była ograniczona, a duża część chińskiego produktu trafiającego na rynek. read more

The Peruvian ginger industry is gearing up for the 2026-2027 campaign, which is expected to see a rise in production and higher competition in the global market. According to César Cárdenas Tapia, president of Proginger, Peruvian producers are preparing for a season with increased competitive pressure. read more

The global ginger market is currently influenced by changing supply dynamics, with China being a key player as availability from other sources remains limited or delayed. Some markets are experiencing higher prices due to shortages, while others are seeing lower prices as supply increases and demand fluctuates. read more

Joachim Prinsloo of Sunreaped has noticed that it has been a great season for ginger in South Africa this summer. Despite heavy rainfall affecting road conditions, he has observed that ginger seems to be more extensively cultivated this season in the production areas he has travelled to. Joachim farms ginger in Kiepersol, Mpumalanga. read more

Brazil is preparing for a ginger campaign with increased supply, despite facing competition from China, logistical uncertainties, and geopolitical tensions impacting transportation costs in the international market. Patrick Santana, the sales director of Santana, stated this. read more

Prospects for the upcoming Peruvian ginger season suggest a rise in volume and a more competitive international market. Sector estimates indicate that the country's production could increase by approximately 20% compared to last year, with other major producers also anticipating a larger yield. read more

The province of Chanchamayo in the Junín region will host the 3rd International Ginger Convention 2026 on May 28 and 29 at the El Confort Tourist Complex (Avenida Marginal KM 73, Pichanaki). The event, titled "Peruvian ginger: root of a global future," is organized by Proginger, the National read more

Siam Fresh Market exports a variety of fruits and vegetables to Europe through both sea and air freight programs, depending on the product type and shelf life. The company's main product is fresh ginger, which has established itself as a structured and consistent program for several years. read more

Siam Fresh Market exports a variety of fruits and vegetables through sea freight and air freight to Europe, depending on the product type and shelf life. The company's main product is fresh ginger, which has established a structured and consistent program for several years. read more

Four Seasons Fruit Supply is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. "We started as a specialist in citrus, grapes, and exotics, and we continue to focus on these products today," says Medhat Samir. "Our exotic range includes sweet potatoes, avocados, mangoes, limes, ginger, and pomegranates." read more