Banana consumption in France is increasing, with it becoming the most consumed fruit in 2024. However, retail prices are also rising. In this context, French supermarket buyers are putting immense pressure on suppliers to lower their prices significantly. read more

Both the war in Ukraine and the conflicts in the Middle East have influenced international trade and caused uncertainties in global markets. In Germany, the economic output decreased by 0.2%. At the same time, industrial production fell by 4.5% compared to. read more

Vegetarians also offer potential from BelOrta's perspective: "We are noticing increasing interest and communication through social channels about the use of eggplants as a meat substitute," it says. In Belgium, there are around 28 hectares of eggplant cultivation under glass. Most of it is used for... read more

The Equitable Food Initiative (EFI), an organization that focuses on workforce development and certification, has received a $1.2 million grant from the Walmart Foundation. EFI collaborates with growers, farmworkers, and retailers to promote fair and sustainable practices in the food industry. read more

Dutch organics supplier Eosta has announced the inclusion of organic Madjool dates in its product lineup, which are sourced directly from a family farm in Morocco. This farm is committed to reintroducing and promoting the Moroccan Medjool date through organic farming practices. read more

Seed specialist Enza Zaden is inviting customers to visit its Pijnacker Innovation Centre in the Netherlands for a comprehensive overview of the company's extensive portfolio of heated tomato varieties. read more

The president of the Chilean Kiwi Committee, Carlos Cruzat, stated to Freshfruitportal.com that the country will export around 128,000 tons of kiwis this season. Despite the production decrease, the blooming conditions were favorable, and the bee pollination was successful. read more

In the coming weeks, almost a million heads of crisp lettuce will be harvested, along with around 600,000 pieces of curly lettuce and the popular varieties Lollo Rosso and oak leaf lettuce. Early in the morning, when many are still enjoying their first coffee, the gardeners are already in the greenhouses. read more

Fresh fruit and vegetable traders at Melbourne's Queen Victoria Market have gone on strike, protesting against the market management and increasing costs. read more

Yamaha Motor has signed an agreement to acquire the New Zealand agricultural automation company, Robotics Plus, and the Australia-based precision yield management company, The Yield, to establish a new subsidiary. read more

On the 4th, 5th, and 6th of March 2025, the Spring Days by Brands of Plants event will take place. During this three-day gathering, Amigra Grasses & More, Magical Hydrangea, and Addenda will come together to showcase their latest concepts and collections to garden centers and retailers. read more

Czy wiesz, że Dzień Świętego Walentego pozostaje jednym z największych wydarzeń zakupowych na Bliskim Wschodzie? Flowwow, we współpracy z Admitad MENA, przeanalizował 2024 główne trendy w zakresie prezentów w całym regionie. Wyniki pokazały, że sprzedaż kwiatów wzrosła o 550%, potwierdzając ich status jako ostatecznego prezentu na Walentynki. read more

The iconic London market was featured in episode four of the 19th series, which aired on BBC One last week. Contestants were challenged to compete against each other in a task to transform tomatoes and potatoes into profits at Britain's biggest wholesale marketplace for fruits and vegetables. The ambitious participants, all vying for success, were... read more

Ontario, Canada is welcoming new developments and expansion in its fruit tree nursery industry. "The province has seen replanting programs for peach trees and apples as well as grapevines and that's helped," says Megan Haynes, vice president of Upper Canada Growers, a family-owned and operated. read more

The weekly supply of round Peruvian mangoes is decreasing. According to Patrick Dueire, the director of mangoes for Dayka & Hackett LLC, the season is ending earlier than usual, with lower volumes compared to previous years. Peru still has some weeks left in the season, but the supply is not as abundant as before. read more

The Valencian Regional Government has taken urgent measures to control the unexpected presence of Scirtothrips aurantii Faure in this year's citrus season in Spain's Valencian Community. The first warnings about symptoms compatible with the pest have been reported. read more

A recent study by the Institute of Agri-Food and Agro-environmental Research and Innovation (CIAGRO) at the Higher Polytechnic School of Miguel University

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The Emilia-Romagna Region has allocated 1.4 million euros to help fruit growers protect their crops from frost, an increasingly concrete threat to the agricultural sector. The call for proposals was published as part of the SRD06 intervention "Investments for prevention from. read more

Over the past decade, the blush pear category in South Africa has transformed significantly, driven by emerging opportunities in the East. "What occurred was that South Africa, traditionally recognized for its Forelle pears primarily sold in Germany," explains Calla du, Tru-Cape procurement manager. read more

Originally from Thailand, fragrant coconuts are highly popular for their sweet juice, soft and smooth flesh, and pleasant milky aroma. The seedlings of fragrant coconuts are protected in Thailand, prohibiting their export. Young coconuts bear fruit every 22-26 days, ensuring year-round availability. read more