"Stop planting mango" minister tells Peruvian growers
2025-01-28 11:00
Peru's Minister of Agrarian Development and Irrigation, Ángel Manero, has requested farmers in the country to refrain from planting more mangoes in the next three years due to the overproduction affecting the current season.
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Planting an additional 20,000 to 30,000 hectares worldwide to meet the demand for blueberries.
2025-01-28 10:00
In September 2024, the President of the IBO, Mario Steta, pointed out, according to agraria.pe, that the blueberry industry is currently experiencing an increase in cultivation areas. He emphasized that the increase in quantities from 2025 onwards is thanks to the expansion and acceleration of cultivation areas in Peru.
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After deducting the costs, SunGold Kiwi producers will receive a significant portion of the losses associated with the incident back, amounting to 17 to 18 cents per tray, which will be reflected in the next forecast in February.
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For years, Lidl Austria has been focusing on long-term partnerships with large as well as small domestic businesses. "A collaboration that benefits both sides. Food from Austria stands for top quality and rightly enjoys a reputation for strict quality standards."
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Montosa is reducing the plastic consumption of its avocado and mango packaging by 90 percent.
2025-01-28 09:00
"Egg cartons, nets, flowpacks, trays, boxes, bindings, baskets... all these formats, which used to be made of plastic, are now made of cardboard, cellulose, and/or paper, 100% biodegradable and often certified as 'compostable'," says Marta Santos, manager of.
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FRUIT LOGISTICA Innovation Award: "Organic Raingrown Avocado", Eosta B.V., Netherlands has been nominated.
2025-01-28 09:00
These avocados are grown using rainwater in regions where the natural conditions are ideal. They help solve the problem of water scarcity and make artificial fertilizers and pesticides unnecessary. A wise choice for a healthier planet.
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The European Statistics Handbook 2025 is available for free download on the FRUIT LOGISTICA website.
2025-01-28 08:00
The manual contains detailed analyses and data that provide a comprehensive insight into the sector's developments and challenges. The focus is on production quantities and international trade in goods. The European Statistics Handbook assists companies in.
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Chilean cherry exports to India have almost doubled.
2025-01-28 06:00
Chile has nearly doubled its cherry exports to India in the 2024/25 season. With the recent arrival of several sea freight containers, export volumes have surged from 367 tonnes in 2023/24 to 708 tonnes in 2024/25 to date, according to the Chilean Cherry Committee of Frutas de Chile.
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Driscoll's has opened a new high-tech tissue culture laboratory, foundation nursery, and research and development facility in Australia.
2025-01-28 06:00
Driscoll's Australia has officially opened a new state-of-the-art tissue culture laboratory and foundation nursery in Pakenham, Victoria, with a ribbon cutting ceremony led by Cardinia Council's deputy mayor, Alanna Pomeroy, on 17th January 2025.
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The 2025 California avocado harvest is projected to reach 170,097 tonnes this season – the largest crop estimate for the fruit since 2020. This estimate comes after recent high winds in California have slightly dampened projections, however the industry remains optimistic as growers have
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Pink Lady apples are favored by affluent, career-oriented consumers.
2025-01-28 00:00
Nowe spostrzeżenia z baz danych dwóch krajowych sprzedawców ujawniają trendy demograficzne dotyczące jabłek Pink Lady®, prezentując ich silne oddziaływanie na zamożnych, zorientowanych na karierę konsumentów. Wyniki te oferują możliwości lepszego zrozumienia klientów Pink Lady i skutecznego dostosowania działań marketingowych.
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"We realized that we could also add value by washing and sorting."
2025-01-28 00:00
Dewitte Potatoes recently expanded its operations by introducing washing and sorting services for industrial potatoes. This Flemish family business was established over 20 years ago as a potato retail enterprise. Since then, it has evolved into a significant exporter, primarily to southern Europe but also to Belgium.
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W tym sezonie powierzchnia uprawy melonów w Almerii wzrosła o 25%, natomiast powierzchnia uprawy arbuza pozostała stabilna.
2025-01-28 00:00
Asaja Almeria has conducted the initial assessment of forecasts for the spring season of 2025, noting a dynamic situation in the province's crops. According to preliminary estimates, the area dedicated to watermelon cultivation will remain similar to that of the previous season. The Níjar area continues to be...
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"Niezwykle wysokie ceny ziemniaków już na początku sezonu"
2025-01-28 00:00
W rynku ziemniaków panuje cisza. Tak twierdzi Jan Van Luchene z firmy Bruwier Potatoes. "Od połowy grudnia ceny gwałtownie wzrosły. Byliśmy na poziomie 150 euro za tonę odmiany Fontane, a dzisiaj jest to 250 euro. Na rynku jest mało dostaw, co utrudnia sytuację dla wschodnich i południowych [...]
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Macfrut's double mission in the African continent.
2025-01-28 00:00
Double international mission of Macfrut in the African Continent: in the Republic of Congo (formerly French Congo) and in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC, formerly Zaire). Both missions were organized in collaboration with the Embassies and Offices of ICE Agency, and have seen
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An electronic "tongue" revolutionizes food safety.
2025-01-28 00:00
Artificial intelligence is taking a step forward in the food industry thanks to an electronic "tongue" capable of identifying flavors, freshness, and safety of products with an accuracy exceeding 80%, as reported by key4biz.it. In just one minute, this innovative technology can
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Farewell to Giorgio Trombetta, President of Gros
2025-01-28 00:00
The Roman business world mourns the passing of Giorgio Trombetta (pictured above), president of Gros - Gruppo Romano Supermercati and owner of the historic Caffè Trombetta coffee roasting company. Trombetta, a prominent figure in the economy of Rome, passed away on Friday, January 24th.
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Peruvian avocado will increase its market presence in Asia due to growing competition in Europe.
2025-01-28 00:00
The 2025 Peruvian avocado export season has begun with significant challenges, primarily due to delays in the maturation of the dry matter, a crucial requirement for ensuring quality exports. According to Miguel Cordano, the president of the Technical Appraisal Body of Peru (CTTP Appraisals)...
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Kanada: Quik's Farm otrzymuje nową szklarnię na młode rośliny. Canada: Quik's Farm gets new Young Plant Greenhouse
2025-01-28 00:00
Prins Greenhouses has recently completed a Young Plant greenhouse for their long-standing customer, Quik's Farm. The new dedicated facility at Quik's Farm is designed to optimize both mother plant production and young plant propagation, which are crucial for the farm's continued success.
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The tomato season in Almeria, which will continue until May/June, is approaching its halfway point following the coldest week of the year, with prices recovering after the drop they recorded after Christmas. "This is especially noticeable in the case of specialty tomatoes, which are reaching
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