According to insights from the cross-border payments platform Verto, currency volatility is impacting the profitability of fruit importers. Fluctuations of 3-5 percent can completely erase margins on individual shipments. Foreign exchange (FX) movements occur during the typical 30-60-day shipping period. read more

Wietnam: Mini supermarkety i sklepy convenience zyskują popularnośćSklepy convenience, sieci mini supermarketów oraz niewielkie i średniej wielkości supermarkety odnotowują silny wzrost w związku z zmieniającymi się trendami konsumenckimi, gdy sprzedawcy ścigają się, aby przynieść zakupy bliżej domu w szybko rozwijającym się nowoczesnym rynku detalicznym. read more

Europe Retail Packing has quickly and decisively responded to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East through its fresh produce division ERP Produce, according to Omer Kamp. "Supply chains rely on international sourcing, air freight, energy markets, and raw materials. Whether we accept it or not." read more

The conflict in the Middle East is causing supply shocks in energy markets and disrupting shipping, affecting industrial and food commodities. In addition to short-term price increases, inflation data for March reveals changes in major economies. U.S. inflation has accelerated to 3.3% year-over-year. read more

Digitisation in the floriculture industry requires not only technology, but most importantly, collaboration and support. OZ-Planten took a step in this direction by partnering with software supplier Adfocom. By utilizing Floriday not only for sourcing supplies, but also for placing orders with suppliers, the ordering process underwent a fundamental change. read more

Netherlands-based organizations Cultivators, Vertify, and World Horti Center are continuing the international research consortium 'Cultivation for Compounds', of which they are the joint initiators. The research will enter a new phase, with a focus on deepening the knowledge gained in the field of... read more

With the evolution of Italy's fresh produce sector driven by the strong import of bananas, increasing demand for avocados, and a well-established market for persimmons, there is a growing need for straightforward, safe, and controlled ripening solutions. Despite being in the early stages in the country, Catalytic Generators utilized its first. read more

Kanada opiera się głównie na importowanej świeżej produkcji roślinnej, ponieważ jej chłodniejszy klimat ogranicza krajową produkcję. Hurtownik Canadawide z siedzibą w Montrealu pozyskuje owoce i warzywa z całego świata i boryka się z różnymi wyzwaniami oraz zakłóceniami spowodowanymi warunkami pogodowymi. Zacznijmy od obecnej sytuacji geopolitycznej. read more

Egyptian Valencia oranges are currently being sold 30-40% cheaper in India compared to the post-Ramadan price spike last year, according to Arun Uttamchandani of Mumbai-based Pushpbhuj Impex. "This year's situation looks excellent compared to the previous season, which was marked by crop infections and pressure from domestic juice companies driving prices up," he said. read more

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During its 25th annual meeting in Sicily, the European association Freshfel Europe unveiled a new manifesto urging all industry stakeholders to contribute towards encouraging people to consume more fruits and vegetables. read more

Raporty mówią, że Południowi Afrykańczycy szykują się na kolejny znaczący wzrost cen paliwa, co byłoby „poważnym ciosem” dla tamtejszego przemysłu cytrusowego. read more