Fresh produce industry associations in Canada have expressed their approval of the recent passing of a new law that guarantees financial security for fruit and vegetable suppliers in the country in situations where a contracted purchaser becomes insolvent. read more

Entomologists from the U.S. Department of Agriculture have recently confirmed that agriculture specialists from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection at Washington Dulles International Airport intercepted two insect pests. This discovery is notable as it is the first time these pests have been found at this port of entry. read more

"Organic production targets consumers who are conscious of its health and environmental advantages. These products typically come with higher price tags compared to conventional ones, a premium that consumers are willing to pay due to their sustainability. Additionally, scientific research indicates that the Mediterranean" read more

W tych pierwszych miesiącach sezonu cytrynowego 2024/25 ceny wykazują pozytywny trend, który zniwelował niepewność, jaką sektor ten doświadczył w 2024 roku. Według oficjalnych danych cenowych opublikowanych przez hiszpańskie Ministerstwo Rolnictwa, Rybołówstwa i Żywności od początku roku,

In these first few months of the 2024/25 lemon season, prices have shown a positive trend that has countered the uncertainty that the sector experienced in 2024. According to the official prices shared by the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, since the beginning of the year, read more

The Fraise de Plougastel association was established in 1998 and currently represents the 32 producers of this renowned French strawberry from the Finistère department. These producers cultivate the strawberries in various methods including hanging gardens, open-ground, conventional, and organic. Isabelle Lepage, the co-president of the association, provides an update on the advancements. read more

The ripening of Spanish Orri mandarins is ahead of schedule in a season that is expected to be shorter, with a 25-30% lower production compared to the record volume of the 2023/2024 campaign. Similarly, the harvest of the first part of the mandarin and orange season started significantly earlier. read more

Pepper production in Morocco decreased this week due to the arrival of cold weather, as well as the continued spread of TSW and PMMV viruses in the Souss Massa region. According to Obeida Mansour, a pepper farmer from Agadir, the decline reached 30-40% of the usual volumes on his farms. read more

A few tradespeople have volunteered to assist in saving Wellington's Begonia House from being demolished. City councilors are currently evaluating the future of the glass house as they search for cost-saving measures. Wellington City Council staff have stated that a temporary fix is not sufficient, and a complete replacement would fall within the estimated cost range. read more

The communication of the envy apple continues to surpass the standards of the fruit and vegetable sector, embracing those of luxury and fashion. It will be the first apple to walk the runway during Milan Fashion Week. The accessory will be designed by students of Product and Visual Design courses. read more

It's already melon season! It may seem like an exaggeration on the eve of Christmas, but it isn't. As Domenico Raneri, president of the Mundial Consortium in Licata, Agrigento province, stated to IFN, "We are almost at the end of the year, but we are in the midst of planning for the 2025 campaign." read more

Frullà, the specialist in blended fruit, has recently announced the launch of a new product that represents an absolute novelty for the Italian market: Frullà 100% Kiwi Nergi®. read more

The B2B meetings scheduled to be held during the event "International Business Meetings with Retailers" on January 23rd in Bergamo (www.freshplaza.com) will be attended by fruit and vegetable buyers from major Italian supermarket groups: Unicomm Srl and Tigros SpA. Unicomm Srl is part. read more

Sezon jagód borówki w 2024 roku w Południowej Afryce przebiega pomyślnie, skupiając się na jakości. Kobus du Plessis, dyrektor handlowy eksportera Angon Fruit, mówi, że sezon winogron stołowych w Południowej Afryce na 2024/25 rok napawa ich entuzjazmem. "Generalnie sezon jagód borówki w Południowej Afryce przebiega dobrze do tej pory. read more

According to TASS, citing the Rosselkhoznadzor, tangerine imports to Russia in 2024 increased by 14.4% compared to the previous year, reaching 738,300 tons. This growth in supply has helped ensure that the domestic market is well-supplied with these popular fruits for the New Year celebrations. read more

Bollo Natural Fruit is the first company to introduce "melons by plane" to the market this December. The company is launching its exclusive Bollo Bodega Melon, which sets the standard for high-quality melons and is the most premium melon in its lineup. These melons are harvested just 3-4 days before they are consumed. read more

The upcoming New Year is the perfect opportunity for retailers to update their product displays with flavorful branded organic apples. Joel Hewitt, the vice president of sales at CMI, stated that "CMI's range of branded organic apples enhances the shopping experience and boosts sales growth that can be measured." read more