The study "Material Change Index" examined 1,500 food products from the supermarket. Conclusion: Many food and drinks are predominantly packaged in plastic, which could be removed or replaced by alternatives. read more

The New Zealand apple company Rockit Global has announced its largest collaboration to date with Universal Products & Experiences for the Kung Fu Panda Franchise from DreamWorks Animation. read more

The Belgian multinational Greenyard has denied any speculation about a potential merger with The Fruit Farm Group, which was established by the shareholders of its predecessor Univeg at the end of 2014. read more

"The decision was made because the responsible Kazakh authorities failed to take measures to ensure the phytosanitary safety of products on Russian territory," Rosselkhoznadzor stated last week. The regulatory authority shared." read more

Sources from the South African citrus industry have indicated that the recent court order in Durban High Court to intervene in a port investment agreement will have a "significant impact" and will hinder private sector participation in Durban's container terminals. read more

These conclusions are suggested by data from the Statistics Sweden (SCB). According to this data, in 2023, the adjusted sales of sweets decreased by 4.1% to 161.20 euros compared to the previous year. Instead, Swedes opted to buy more fruits than they did before. read more

Nowe badania opublikowane przez McKinsey & Company ujawniły, że globalni rolnicy zwracają uwagę na zrównoważone praktyki, wprowadzanie innowacyjnych technologii oraz nowe produkty zwiększające plony, aby zwiększyć zyski w obliczu coraz większego nacisku makrośrodowiskowego.

The new research released by McKinsey & Company has revealed that global farmers are looking at sustainable practices, implementing innovative technology, and using new yield-increasing products to boost profits in response to broader macro environmental pressure. read more

The significant lack of rainfall in many regions of the country, combined with its uneven distribution and high air temperatures, has hindered the growth and development of plants, as reported by the news portal Gospodarz.pl. read more

In addition to a bureaucracy-light regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) and the promotion of AI technologies, the creation of fair competitive conditions in international online trade is also necessary. read more

Along the value chain of potatoes, significant losses occur, referred to as food waste. A very specific source of food waste is formed by so-called suboptimal products, which are either close to or past the expiration date or have visual or sensory defects. read more

According to its own statements, this strategic move provides the company with additional capacity to invest in future growth and expand its market presence. read more

What is the current price situation on the Polish cauliflower market? Have these vegetables already come out of the price slump? Or has the situation changed enough for their prices to have a chance to reach last year's records? read more

This year's season of Polish raspberries in wholesale is definitively coming to an end. In the new week, prices have slightly increased, but they are still far from the levels they reached last month. read more

At the same time, she called for working together to address the challenges. The 76th annual conference in Lohne at the end of September 2024 provided ample opportunities and occasions for this. About 150 participants responded to the invitation from the BDC to the annual conference, mostly from Germany. read more

Polish Golden Delicious apples start the regular trading season of 2024/2025 with prices that are in line with those achieved by the vast majority of varieties in the domestic market. However, is this good or bad for producers? read more

"The decline in export volume can be attributed to the interplay of several factors: Recurring periods of drought, frost, and temperature fluctuations have directly impacted the production and quality of citrus fruits. According to Maroc Citrus," read more

European consumers' expectations regarding raspberries and strawberries are constantly evolving. New varieties are appearing on plantations and in the offerings of breeding companies and nurseries, meeting the growing demands.

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In week 40, sales of pre-packaged fruits and vegetables increased in value more than loose fruits and vegetables, despite a significantly lower inflation rate. Among sales channels, only online and hypermarkets continue to show signs of decline. After a relatively positive summer, read more

Kenyan macadamia farmers are calling for a revision of the regulations controlling the export of raw macadamia nuts and other oil crops, with the goal of reducing the authority of the Agriculture Cabinet Secretary over these exports. They are suggesting the creation of a price control board to oversee the export market and address the issue. read more

The onion cultivation area in Spain has grown by nearly 20%, and there has been a significant increase in yields compared to the previous season. However, the price of Spanish onions has dropped due to the lack of demand from export markets, which is attributed to the high production levels in other European countries. - FreshPlaza read more