Four Star Fruit, a producer and seller of conventional and organic table grapes, has announced a new marketing agreement with Agrolatina, a Peruvian table grape grower. This strategic partnership is intended to bolster Four Star's imported table grape offerings by providing access to high-quality growers and exclusive varieties. read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines is contemplating imposing restrictions on the importation of white onions and certain vegetables, as announced by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. This decision is a response to the damage caused by several powerful typhoons. read more

Within the framework of activities aimed at encouraging and promoting the consumption of fruits and vegetables and increasing awareness of the organized fruit and vegetable sector, Italy Ortofrutta - Unione Nazionale is implementing the project "Ortofrutta Experience" - Open Day of Producer Organizations (P.O.). read more

ISI Sementi SpA, one of the leading seed companies based in Italy, and Top Seeds International Ltd., an innovative seed company based in Israel, both belonging to the Mitsui & Co., Ltd. group and focused on research and development, have announced their plan to... read more

Agricultural fertilizers have been affected by import tariffs, with a 25% duty on those from China during the previous administration, and a 20% tariff on phosphate imports from Russia and Morocco under the current administration. Josh Linville of StoneX comments on the potential implications if a 10% read more

Billa invests over €56 million in 2024 to expand presence in Bulgaria

The supermarket chain Billa has invested BGN 110 million (€56 million) since the beginning of 2024 in Bulgaria to strengthen its market presence in the Balkan country. The company, which is part of the REWE Group, has allocated nearly BGN 60 million (€31 million) to store expansions. read more

Znana z wprowadzenia organicznych bananów na rynek, firma Organics Unlimited dodała papaje do swojej oferty produktowej. „Od dłuższego czasu planowaliśmy rozwijać naszą linię tropikalną” - mówi Mayra Velazquez de León, Prezes i Dyrektor Generalny firmy. „Wiele myśli i budowania relacji było zaangażowane.” read more

Western Australia's South West experienced heavy rainfall as storms brought over 100 millimeters of rain, resulting in minor flooding in inland areas. The region's famous landmark, Gnomesville, situated in the Ferguson Valley, was affected by the storms, causing damage to its collection of garden gnomes. Local residents and farmers were also impacted by the flooding. read more

According to a recent report from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Argentine apple and pear production is expected to increase for the 2024/25 season. The estimated harvest for pears is set at around 655,000 tons, up from 624,000 tons. read more

The date supply from Bard Valley in the U.S. is strong this season due to ideal growing conditions. Bridgette Weber from Bard Valley Natural states, "A mix of abundant supply and consistently high quality allows retailers to confidently fulfill increasing demand during Ramadan and beyond." read more

As we have already mentioned (click here to read more), the 2024-2025 season will be very important for Fomet, which is gearing up to offer innovative and cutting-edge products to the market. With Giacomo Parma, Head of the Technical-Agronomic Office at Fomet, the company's vision is realized. read more

Philippe Binard, Secretary General of the WAPA (World Apple and Pear Association), started by sharing at Interpoma an update on the harvest forecasts.

read more

Roughly translated:

Rozpoczęcie sezonu pomarańczy i mandarynek w Egipcie jest tuż za rogiem - twierdzi Khaled AlHabouny, Dyrektor Operacyjny w firmie AlHabouny Group: "Rada Eksportu Produktów Rolnych ogłosiła, że sezon rozpocznie się 1 grudnia, oznaczając wypuszczenie pierwszych przesyłek. Egipt jest...".

Suggested translation:

The start of the orange and mandarin season in Egypt is just around the corner, says Khaled AlHabouny, Operations Director at AlHabouny Group: "The Export Council for Agricultural Crops announced that the season will start on December 1, marking the departure of the first shipments. Egypt is...". read more

In a constantly growing market, Ecuador's exotic products are gaining a strong foothold in the United States and Europe. As the demand for tropical fruits and tubers like pitaya, cassava, and ginger continues to rise, Ecuadorian exporters are encountering significant challenges that are putting their capabilities to the test. read more

"The campaign for Malaga avocados is always highly anticipated throughout Europe," says Alberto Plaza, field technician at Montosa. "Due to its quality, taste, and finesse, our avocado is one of the

read more

Proexport, the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers and Exporters of the Region of Murcia, is participating in the 'Good Food Show Winter' fair in Birmingham from November 21 to 24, a must-visit event for

read more

"The Belgian topfruit season is progressing well so far," says Tony Derwael of Bel'Export. The trader from Borgloon, Flanders, notes that the atmosphere is positive, and people remain calm—different from previous years. "There is sensible clearing," he observes. "We have a smaller yield than read more

Zatoka Fülöp doświadczyła wczesnego rozpoczęcia sezonu pożarowego, z dużym pożarem sadu na północ od Tauranga. Pożar, który zniszczył 3,5 km pasów zadrzewień i dotknął niektóre winorośli kiwi, prawdopodobnie wybuchł od spalania śmieci. Szybko rozprzestrzenił się przez zadrzewienia. read more

Propozycje prezydenta-elekta Donalda Trumpa dotyczące cła na importowane towary mogą znacząco wpłynąć na dostępność i koszty świeżych produktów spożywczych w Stanach Zjednoczonych, gdzie uzależnienie od importu stale rośnie. W 2021 roku około 60% świeżych owoców i prawie 40% warzyw spożywanych w USA było importowanych. read more

During a meeting on Monday, the European Commission informed the Agriculture Committee of the European Parliament that it is still analyzing two rulings from the Court of Justice of the EU regarding the Sahara issued on 4th October. These rulings annulled a portion of the EU agricultural agreement with Morocco. read more