"I would venture to say that the highest profits come from selling second and third class categories."
2025-03-06 00:00
A year ago, in March 2024, an "exceptional situation due to extraordinary drought" was declared in the entire area of the Júcar Hydrographic Confederation. Following another spring and summer with little rainfall, the vegetable season started in the fall with similar restrictions in place.
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"We have observed a decrease in demand for Moroccan cucumbers compared to last season."
2025-03-06 00:00
Moroccan cucumbers are among the cheapest in Europe. According to a report by Hort Info, citing data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for the period from 2014 to 2023, Moroccan cucumber prices were around €0.24 per kilogram in 2014, increasing to €0.29 per kilogram by 2023. Meanwhile, Spanish cucumbers...
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Over 55s drive consumption: plant-based ready meals and avocados are the most requested.
2025-03-06 00:00
By combining the analytical power of Retail measurement and Consumer data, NielsenIQ can now share 360° insights to analyze the shopping habits of Italians. The increased granularity resulting from this combination is the outcome of a unique blend of factors.
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Maroko nadal zwiększa eksport świeżych malin do Wielkiej Brytanii, informuje EastFruit. Po dostarczeniu rekordowej liczby owoców na rynek brytyjski w sezonie 2023/24, handlowcy utrzymali swoją dynamikę. W pierwszych sześciu miesiącach bieżącego sezonu, objętość
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The French potato sector is on the brink of a major economic imbalance for the 2025/2026 campaign.
2025-03-06 00:00
For several weeks now, the French potato market has been going through a worrying period of instability, despite a resolutely solid long-term outlook. The sharp drop in prices on the open market for industrial potatoes and the recent withdrawals from certain contractual commitments have left.
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Sudden price fluctuations of Egyptian Valencia oranges
2025-03-06 00:00
The Egyptian Valencia orange campaign is coming to an early end. This year, the campaign has been characterized by a significant increase in prices. Similar to the 2022/2023 season, this campaign is being impacted by a shortage of large sizes and logistical challenges, resulting in price fluctuations and market...
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The artichoke harvest in Messinia, located in southern Greece, is currently in full swing. "We began harvesting in early February from 30 hectares of early farms. By employing proper cultivation techniques, we can yield approximately 60,000-70,000 artichokes per hectare from these farms. However, we are anticipating more."
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The Egyptian onion campaign is starting with low demand.
2025-03-06 00:00
The Egyptian onion season is starting with a "totally different ambiance from previous years," said Abdelkader Habony, an Egyptian exporter of various fresh produce. "We were used to strong demand even before the launch of our export campaign. This year, the Egyptian
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Dorì finishes the overseas campaign with a 300% increase.
2025-03-06 00:00
With a 300% increase in marketed volume, the overseas sale of Dorì, managed by Origine Group, has ended. During this season, the yellow kiwi Dorì has entered new markets in Asia and North and South America, where it has won over consumers thanks to its high quality.
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Early blooming in Emilia-Romagna but lacking frost insurance
2025-03-06 00:00
The flowering of fruit orchards in Emilia-Romagna occurs 7 days earlier than the traditional calendar. This phenomenon, on one hand, reflects the increasingly unpredictable climate in recent years, but on the other hand poses a serious risk to crops: frost.
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US tariffs could alter the dynamics of the worldwide avocado market.
2025-03-06 00:00
Wprowadzenie 25% cła na towary z Meksyku wchodzące do Stanów Zjednoczonych spowodowało wiele niepewności w branży. Rob Cullum z Pacific Produce, oddziału marketingowego peruwiańskiego producenta La Calera, rozmawia o potencjalnych skutkach taryf na globalny handel owocami. "Basically,…"
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In 2025, the Colombian avocado market is experiencing a period of growth and high demand. Growers are aiming to boost their production levels and strengthen their market position in Europe, as well as exploring opportunities in the United States and the Middle East. Nonetheless, challenges such as price fluctuations, logistical expenses, and global trends pose significant obstacles.
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Varieties of highbush blueberries (American): new varieties, early, late, and the best ones
2025-03-06 00:00
Varieties of American blueberries differ in taste, fruit size, and disease resistance. This allows gardeners to choose plants that are best suited to their needs and growing conditions. It is worth exploring this topic.
read moreYams, sweet potatoes, and okra: New crops may appear in Ukraine due to global warming
2025-03-06 00:00
Winters in Ukraine have warmed by 1.5 degrees over the past three decades. Milder winters and shifting seasons are impacting future harvests, as reported by SEEDS. Anush Balyan, Vice President of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences, mentioned that warming may also lead to the introduction of new crops. "Climate"
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Growing Demand in India for Iranian Mazafati Dates
2025-03-06 00:00
Just like date exporters around the world, Iranian date exporters also benefit from a great commercial opportunity just before the month of Ramadan. This year, as mentioned by Hadi Mirzaei, the CEO of Darya Noosh Payab Trading, they have fully taken advantage of this opportunity. The exporter stated, "As the month of Ramadan is approaching..."
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The consumption of blueberries is increasing, and production will need to double to keep up.
2025-03-06 00:00
The global demand for blueberries is growing at an impressive rate, so much so that current production, which stands at 1.86 million tons, will need to double in the next five years to keep up with consumption, according to a report by Blueberriesconsulting. This trend is being driven by a growing preference for blueberries.
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Valfrutta is a "Historical Brand" of National Interest.
2025-03-06 00:00
Valfrutta, the iconic brand of the Italian agricultural sector, has officially become part of the Special Register of Historic Brands of National Interest established by the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy. This prestigious recognition was received in recent days, testifying to
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Providing a venue for scientific research, artistic exploration, or a retreat from the harsh northern winter, the Oexemann Greenhouse at the University of Wisconsin-Superior serves a variety of functions for students, faculty, and the community. The greenhouse is arguably one of the most beautiful spots on campus.
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Deliveries of cauliflower from Italy were the most common, followed by cauliflower from Spain. There were also some deliveries from France, but they only reached Frankfurt, Hamburg, and Cologne, and were completely absent in Munich and Berlin. According to the BLE (Federal Office for Agriculture and Food), availability had increased...
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The prices of industrial oranges in Brazil have decreased due to a slowdown in juice exports.
2025-03-06 00:00
The prices of oranges intended for industrial use in Brazil dropped in late February. This decrease is due to lower fruit quality and reduced international orange juice market prices. The average price for the period from February 24-27 was USD 12.62 per unit.
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