Tomatoes

In Gombe State, Nigeria, tomato and pepper farmers, as well as traders in the Bula community in Akko Local Government area, are currently facing a significant drop in the market prices of their products. Over the course of two weeks, the price of a large basket of tomatoes has decreased drastically. read more

After reaching a peak in the cultivation area in 2021, the cultivation area for these four greenhouse vegetable types has decreased in recent years. This information comes from the publication "Nederland in cijfers". The majority (over 43%) was used for growing tomatoes. read more

Marks & Spencer has visited the UK's first Centre of Excellence in glasshouse growing in Hadlow to see the range of tomatoes being grown. read more

Globalmex International, Inc., marketing under the Magic Sun brand, is proud to announce the successful launch of its high-tech hydroponic greenhouse-grown Roma tomatoes in Central Mexico. "This innovative approach to growing Roma tomatoes, typically cultivated in fields, sets a new standard for quality and sustainability. read more

In total, five varieties of tomatoes are eligible for the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI). They are grown on 370 hectares of land in the southeast of Sicily, concentrated in the town of Pachino (SR). Approximately 10 million kilograms of certified produce are produced annually. The allowed varieties include cherry tomatoes and smooth, round tomatoes. read more

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Belgian and Dutch products clearly dominated the German market in week 35, especially in the cherry tomato category. Italian and Spanish offerings were also present. Polish supplies in Munich and Berlin completed the market in the round tomato segment. German products were also available in the cherry tomato category. read more

The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) revealed that Iran's tomato exports reached a value of $177 million in the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-August 21), making tomatoes the second most exported agricultural commodity. read more

In the first seven months of 2024, Georgia imported 7.5 times more vegetables than it exported, with $43.817 million in imports compared to $5.766 million in exports, according to the National Statistics Office of Georgia. Among the vegetables Georgia exported, the top earners were tomatoes. read more

From January to July 2024, Georgia experienced a 50% increase in tomato imports. According to data from the National Statistics Office of Georgia, the country imported tomatoes worth over $12.1 million during this period, compared to over $8.06 million in the same months last year. read more

Tomato growers have been dealing with Tuta absoluta for years now, and it remains a concerning pest, as it can infest tomato plants at any stage of development and damage up to 100% of the affected crops. It has a very high reproduction rate and short biological cycles that become even faster. read more

The first harvest of Moroccan tomatoes is expected to arrive early this season, unlike the previous season. This is due to more consistent and peaceful planting decisions in the Souss Massa region, which contrasts with the uncertainty of the last season. Oussama Machi, a local vegetable grower, is leading this early harvest. read more

Calcium fertilization is of fundamental importance for the growth and development of plants, and if the right attention is not paid to this nutrient, there is a risk of being affected by quite serious physiopathies, such as vegetable leaf scorch, blossom end rot in tomatoes. read more

The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) revealed that Iran's tomato exports reached a value of $177 million in the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-August 21), making tomatoes the second most exported agricultural commodity. read more

For consumers, this means fully stocked shelves and displays with a wide variety of fresh vegetables and fruits from the region, all at cheaper prices than last year. "Fresh vegetables, especially cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, and" read more

A slight increase in the median prices for unpackaged tomatoes and vine tomatoes in week 33 at VBT does not exceed the five-year average. The average prices of 51 euro cents per kilogram for unpackaged tomatoes and 47 euro cents per kilogram for vine tomatoes are still insufficient. read more

On Thursday, the Moroccan newspaper Les Inspirations Éco responded to a request from Freshuelva for the European Union to impose customs duties on strawberry imports from Morocco by pointing out that Spanish farmers were not only troubled by Moroccan tomatoes but also by strawberries. read more

Wissam Wissam Abdel Samad, Dava's Chief Commercial Officer, reflects on this achievement and the company's prospects. In February of this year, Saudi hydroponic grower Dava exported tomatoes to the Netherlands, marking the first time Saudi tomatoes have been exported to Europe. Wissam recounts: read more

The wholesale prices of red tomatoes have apparently come out of their seasonal slump. Furthermore, over the last three weeks, they have risen to a level higher than in the same period of the previous five seasons. What is this level? read more

The Heirloom Tomato Merchandising Kit, recently launched by organic grower and shipper Wholesum, is specifically crafted to empower retailers and produce merchandisers in showcasing heirloom tomatoes, highlighting their distinctive appeal, and increasing sales in this rapidly expanding subcategory. read more