Ready-to-eat dishes continue to run on the shelves of large organized retail stores, driven by a winning mix of convenience, long shelf life, and a constantly expanding offer. Among the most successful subcategories are fresh first courses, which on their own...
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China has experienced a decrease in flower imports and a significant increase in exports for Women's Day.
2025-03-10 00:00
On March 8th, the 115th International Women's Day was celebrated, and it has become an increasingly important holiday in China. As flowers are a popular gift for women, the flower market was particularly busy throughout the week. This year, with March 8th falling on a Saturday, people had more opportunities to celebrate.
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Dragon fruit was the top fruit export of Vietnam in January.
2025-03-10 00:00
According to Vietnam Customs, dragon fruit has surpassed durian as the top exported fruit from Vietnam in January. Dragon fruit exports saw a 35% increase from December, totaling $58 million. Meanwhile, durian exports dropped by 73% compared to the previous year, amounting to $31 million, largely attributed to an 83% decrease in.
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Peru has introduced a new variety of garlic that provides higher yields in a shorter amount of time.
2025-03-10 00:00
As part of its efforts to promote research, technological development, innovation, and transfer in agricultural matters, the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Irrigation (Midagri) has introduced the new INIA 105 Donajus garlic variety. This high-quality genetic variety can yield more than 14.
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Macadamia growers are defending their pricing policy in the face of enforcement of an export ban.
2025-03-10 00:00
The Macadamia Nut Processors Association of Kenya (MACNUT) and local growers have refuted allegations that government policies have caused a decrease in macadamia prices from around $1.00 to $0.60 per kilogram. Jane Maigua, Chairperson of MACNUT, clarified that the policy guarantees that no farmer will receive less than $0.67 per kilogram.
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The price of raw materials for Chinese lemons has increased by 80% compared to last year.
2025-03-10 00:00
Z powodu trwającej suszy zbieranie cytryn w tym sezonie ma się opóźnić. Obecnie ceny zakupu na miejscach produkcji wzrosły o prawie 80% w porównaniu do tego samego okresu zeszłego roku, osłabiając przewagę cenową chińskich cytryn w tym sezonie. Cytryny Xuewang działają
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The larger yield of tropical fruits from Florida is delayed by about a month due to weather problems in the state. "We experienced several cold spells that impacted our production. Typically, by this time of year, we would have already begun, but we haven't. We expect to resume in about two to three weeks with..."
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Tulip is the top Women's Day flower in Poland!
2025-03-10 00:00
Women's Day in Poland is one of the biggest "flower" holidays of the year. It can only be compared to Mother's Day, which is celebrated annually at the end of May. Back in the communist era, Polish men traditionally gifted women a pair of tights and a bouquet of carnations. But times have changed.
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Blueberries from Poland were not contaminated. Was this intentional misinformation?
2025-03-08 00:00
Marek Waszczewski, spokesperson for the Chief Sanitary Inspectorate, informed that the conducted controls did not indicate a connection between hepatitis A cases in the Netherlands and the consumption of frozen blueberries originating from Poland.
read moreThe almond industry in California understands that a varied export market is crucial in dealing with tariffs.
2025-03-08 00:00
Donald Trump introduced tariffs on numerous countries this week, including a 10% rise in existing tariffs for China, increasing the total to 20%. In retaliation, China imposed a 15% tariff on billions of dollars' worth of U.S. agricultural goods, as reported by FreshFruitPortal.
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Metro Deutschland is launching "METRO Chat," a RCS-based messenger marketing platform.
2025-03-07 12:00
The new messaging solution allows registered customers to receive offers, brochures, and promotions directly in the pre-installed messaging app on their smartphones. METRO is the first wholesaler in Germany to utilize this innovative technology.
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The strawberry campaign in Belgium has officially started, with the cooperative BelOrta receiving the first strawberries of the season from Colembie and Colemberry, courtesy of father and son producers Lieven and Robin Colembie.
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Avocados are becoming a profitable alternative for a growing number of Paraguayan producers attracted by the fruit's potential. According to a report in Megacadena, production has been increasing by 25 percent annually for the past three years, driven by the country's ideal climatic conditions and fertile soil.
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Fruits de Ponent is studying the benefits of agrovoltaics.
2025-03-07 11:00
The Catalan fruit cooperative Fruits de Ponent is participating in a European project to explore the potential applications of artificial intelligence in agrovoltaics.
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Job offer: Baumann Vertriebs GmbH & Co. KG is looking for Sales Representatives (m/f/d) - Fruits & Vegetables, with a focus on asparagus and berries.
2025-03-07 10:00
We are in an exciting phase of transition: With a fresh perspective and a new team structure, we are actively shaping the future of our company. Here is your opportunity to be part of it from the beginning, contribute your own ideas, and thrive in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.
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Brazil has approved the import of lemons from Portugal.
2025-03-07 10:00
Portugal will be able to export lemons to Brazil following the publication of a new phytosanitary protocol. The announcement was made by José Manuel Fernandes, the Portuguese Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, during last month's Luso-Brazilian Summit in Brazil.
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Aldi Süd sets standards for children's food and promotes nutrition education in schools.
2025-03-07 10:00
As part of the Aldi Süd dietary change, the discounter has already started in 2023 to optimize its food offer for children. This includes food that does not meet the criteria of the World Health Organization (WHO) but may appeal to children due to their appearance.
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Prezydent Trump opóźnił na co najmniej cztery tygodnie nałożenie ceł na towary importowane z Meksyku oraz część towarów z Kanady, zaledwie kilka dni po ich wprowadzeniu.
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Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Science & Technology in Agriculture urges for a complete overhaul of policies.
2025-03-07 10:00
The UK's agricultural policy must undergo a drastic and sudden reset in order to fully utilize the world-leading science and innovation happening at British research institutes and universities. This reset is necessary to assist British farmers in producing more with fewer resources, especially amidst growing global uncertainty.
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