Tomatoes

It is a good period for selling green beans, as well as oxheart and cherry tomatoes. Sergio Clemente, a trader at the Agribologna stand at the Caab (Bologna Agri-Food Center), is explaining the wholesale vegetable trends to IFN. read more

For three generations, the Mans family has been involved in farming. Starting with strawberries and tomatoes, Hans Mans and his son Jan later transitioned to cultivating gerberas. In 1960, Hans Mans established a nursery in Zuilichem, before relocating to Brakel in 1978. Between 2006 and 2018, Jan and his wife carried on the family tradition. read more

Ready-made salads have been in high demand for several years, and the more colorful they are, the more appealing they become. The growing trend towards fast-paced and dynamic lifestyles has increased the demand for convenient and ready-to-eat options, especially for quick lunches or on-the-go solutions. read more

In the Spanish municipality of Zarratón, located more than 500 meters above sea level, the company Riojaselecto, managed by brothers Álvaro and Marcos Pérez, has state-of-the-art greenhouses dedicated to producing two annual cycles of tomatoes. "Our family has always been involved." read more

"The vegetable cultivation in the areas of Northern Italy in general, and in Piedmont in particular, is significantly delayed compared to previous years. In fact, the volumes of peppers, eggplants, tomatoes, and zucchinis are noticeably lower and often fail to meet the demand." read more

Fri-El Green House, a company with 30 hectares of tomatoes and other vegetables grown using hydroponic systems, has recently implemented a floating photovoltaic system to provide power for its greenhouses. "A few months ago, we began installing a 3.5 Megawatt floating photovoltaic system in the read more

The Coordinator of Farmers and Livestock Organizations (COAG) has echoed a "revealing report" from the French Le Monde Afrique in which the "lamentable" aspects are shown. read more

Exactly one year ago, the A.O.P. CSC LAZIO, in collaboration with the Integrated Center of the University of Tuscia, launched the project: "Implementation of sustainable production methods for obtaining cafeteria tomatoes with zero residue and high quality." read more

"An unusual season," that's how Jonathan Vandesande from Frans Michiels Belgium (FMB) describes the current Belgian greenhouse vegetable season. "There appears to be a low demand for tomatoes, leading to a clear drop in prices across all varieties. Even specialty tomatoes, which typically stand out, are being affected. read more

In this context, we will also hear from Maarten Verhaegen, who heads the vegetable division at Bel'Orta and discusses the future of Belgian cultivation and the importance of different varieties with editor-in-chief Michael Schotten. Hans Van Gool from the Flemish company Den Berk Délice also contributes. read more

The Framework agreement for the 2024 campaign of industrial tomatoes in the South-Central Italian Basin was reached ten days ago. Without prejudice to the contractual autonomy of the parties when signing supply agreements, the parties have established a reference average price of €150/ton for. read more

The tomatoes grown around Lutzville on South Africa's Atlantic coast have traditionally been used for processing. However, over the past three years, many growers have dropped out due to the economics of constant spraying against Tuta absoluta, the leafminer moth, which has changed everything since. read more

For this, consumers have to dig deeper into their pockets when making a purchase compared to, for example, with traditional beefsteak tomatoes. This way, higher added value is achieved with the small-fruited varieties. read more

The prices of red tomatoes in bulk dropped at the end of June. They are no longer at record highs, but that doesn't mean that they have become exceptionally cheap in this segment of the fresh vegetable market. What are the current prices of red Polish greenhouse tomatoes offered in large wholesale quantities? read more

Eksport świeżych pomidorów z Nowej Zelandii do Australii zostanie wznowiony w tym roku po odzyskaniu dostępu 21 czerwca. read more

"The drought emergency in Basilicata is reaching dramatic proportions. Even in the Vulture-Melfi area, productions are literally dying of thirst. Among the excellences of these territories, it is worth mentioning quality vegetables such as tomatoes and other specialties, as well as fruit." read more

Ready-made salads have been popular for several years, and the more colorful they are, the more appealing they become. The demand for these salads is increasing due to fast-paced and dynamic lifestyles, as they cater to individuals seeking convenient, ready-to-eat options, especially for a quick lunch. read more

Also included in the balance sheet are the re-exports. Only 10% were sold within the Netherlands, the rest is destined for export, with Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, Poland, and Sweden being the main target markets. read more

Italy has been one of the key suppliers of fruits to European markets, including Poland, for years. The summer season brings a rich variety of fruits that are highly popular among consumers. read more

In Abuja, Nigeria, the Ebeano Supermarket has been criticized for raising the prices of tomatoes and peppers due to a scarcity. Images showing a notable increase in prices, such as three tomatoes priced at N6,950 (€4.87), have been circulating on social media platforms. This price surge is said to be caused by read more