In 2024, Uzbekistan has solidified its position as the third-largest exporter of fresh apricots globally, according to analysts at EastFruit. This accomplishment represents the second consecutive year that Uzbekistan has held a top-three ranking, although it has not yet moved up to the second position. read more

If the trend of a trade fair goes hand in hand with the health of that specific sector, we can state that the Italian apple sector, starting from our flagship - which is Trentino-Alto Adige - is in excellent shape, because this edition of Interpoma is... read more

Electric fans manufactured by the Tuscan company Aria srl provide an efficient solution to the issue of late frosts and excessive noise, which can cause disruptions on farms. Representatives from the company will be available at the Interpoma trade fair (21-23 November in Bolzano, Italy), at the DARWIN booth. read more

Moschos Korasidis, the general manager at ETHEA, the National Union of Agricultural Cooperatives, pointed out a shortfall of around 70,000 workers in the agricultural sector, as reported by Kathimerini. This shortage is expected to impact various regions, disrupting the olive harvest,... read more

Zespri Kiwifruit, a leading New Zealand company in the production and worldwide marketing of kiwifruit, is pleased to announce its presence at the Allianz Stadium in Turin tomorrow, Saturday, November 23, during the rugby match between Italy and New Zealand. read more

The Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association, using customs data, reports that the country's fruit and vegetable exports reached an estimated value of US$6.6 billion in the first 11 months of 2024, representing a 27% increase from the same period in the previous year. This growth is attributed to read more

Późne odmiany mango, takie jak Keitt, są wciąż dostępne w Egipcie, ale po wysokich cenach, według Walaa Elhabbal, dyrektora generalnego firmy handlowej Overview Trading Company. Eksporter nalega, że sprzedaż pozostałych późnych odmian jest ważna dla określenia sukcesu trudnego sezonu. Elhabbal mówi: read more

The Coordinator of Agricultural and Livestock Organizations, COAG Almería, issued a warning about the widespread decrease in vegetable prices, specifically in long Dutch cucumbers. This drop in prices is occurring in the 47th week of production, a crucial period in the season, without any clear or justified explanation. read more

The Drewry WCI composite index dropped by 1% to $3,413 per feu. This figure is 67% lower than the previous peak during the pandemic in September 2021 at $10,377, but it is still 140% higher than the pre-pandemic average of $1,420 in 2019. The average year-to-date composite index stands at $3,980 per feu, which is $1,132 higher than the 10-year average. read more

The first numbers confirm the success of Interpoma 2024, which for this edition sees the participation of 490 exhibitors from 21 countries. There was a great turnout from the early hours of the morning, with stands packed with visitors and exhibitors. During the Opening Night, traditionally... read more

The fruit and vegetable sector mobilizes on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, on November 25, a commemoration established by the United Nations General Assembly. Clementine to support anti-violence centers. read more

In recent years, many investment discussions have increasingly focused on labor-saving solutions. With rising labor costs, the return on investment becomes more attractive. Following the announcement of a 10% increase in the collective labor agreement wages in the Netherlands by 2025, WPS has read more

Obecne zapotrzebowanie na greckie kakis jest niskie. "Sprzedaż greckich kakis zależy od popytu wyrażanego przez Jordanię, która jest największym nabywcą. Jednak w tym sezonie nie było dotąd żadnego telefonu ani e-maila z Jordanii. Może to być spowodowane wojną na Bliskim Wschodzie" - mówi pan Nerantzis Xalkidis, właściciel. read more

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has pointed out the challenges in the supply of essential vegetables such as potatoes and onions in Bengal, stating that the increasing prices are due to exports surpassing the state's demand. The state's government has promised to closely monitor the export of these goods to ensure an adequate local supply. read more

The expansion of cherry tree plantations has laid the foundation for the growth of this sector in the local deciduous fruit market. Tru-Cape is in discussions to establish market access for South African cherries in China by 2027, with the national marketing manager, Johan Brink, leading the effort. read more

Temperatures have dropped below freezing in many parts of the Netherlands, but at G. Kramer in Zuid-Scharwoude, that's good news. The colder weather is increasing the demand for sauerkraut and related products. Ten years ago, the sauerkraut factory mainly supplied fresh sauerkraut in barrels, but read more

Wykładnikiem rosnących pomidorów oraz balansowania rynków jest wiele w krajach produkujących je. Nowe cotygodniowe przeglądy cen pomidorów w Hiszpanii, we Włoszech, w Holandii i we Francji, opracowane przez Komisję Europejską z wykorzystaniem analizy sztucznej inteligencji, pokazują spadek upraw o 700 000 ton. read more

Traditionally, as the holidays approach, the consumption of exotic fruits increases, and to understand the current trends, we visited the Wholesale Fruit and Vegetable Market in Milan, where the director, Nicola Zaffraci, analyzed the situation: "In general, the month of... read more

In recent weeks, J&A Flowers has been testing the new CARA MET Soil sensor from SenseNL at De Lier. These sensors offer valuable information about the root zone of the plant. J&A Flowers is a member of VannoVa, an alliance of chrysanthemum growers. Remco van Ruyven, who oversees cultivation at J&A Flowers,... read more

In 2024, the prices of oranges in several European countries showed significant variations compared to 2023. The average price of oranges in the EU in September 2024 was €73 per 100 kg, which represented a decrease of 17.83% compared to the same month in 2023. This decline indicates a broader trend of price fluctuations. read more