With the Tasmanian cherry orchard harvest fast approaching, the team at Somercotes is very excited about the potential of this season. David Allanson, a seasoned cherry grower in Tasmania, has assumed the role of Farm Manager at Somercotes Cherries in Ross, Tasmania. He says the read more

W 2023 roku region Davao utrzymał swoją pozycję jako wiodący producent duriana na Filipinach, posiadając obszar uprawy o powierzchni 16 600 hektarów i 1,3 miliona drzew. Ten obszar wyprodukował łącznie 78 800 ton duriana, jak podkreślił Emmanuel Belviz, Prezydent Durian. read more

Hawaii is intensifying its efforts to combat the coconut rhinoceros beetle, an invasive species that poses a threat to local agriculture and ecosystem stability. This nocturnal beetle, originating from Africa, China, and Southeast Asia, can fly up to two miles in search of food and lays 50-140 eggs during its lifecycle. read more

Duravant's Food Sorting and Handling Solutions group, consisting of Key Technology, Multiscan, PPM, and WECO, will be showcasing its equipment and integration services at Pack Expo booth S-2852. "Innovations that simplify system usage can reduce training needs, thus" read more

Around 27 years ago, Jeroen Bosschaart discovered vegetable exporter Le Dauphin in Brittany, France, through a job advertisement in the industry magazine Primeur. He has been the director of the Breton vegetable export company for several years now, with a main focus on the Benelux, United Kingdom, and... read more

Eastcoast Beverages is a family-owned business located in Kulnura, north of Sydney, with a 60-year history. The company cultivates citrus fruits, produces juices, and bottles them on-site. They supply their selection of 40 unique juice blends to Woolworth's, Coles, and independent retailers across the Eastern region. read more

"Prices in the Brussels sprouts market are at a good level this season," says André Noordhoek of Noordhoek Agro in Bleiswijk. "Although yields are slightly lower than usual, the prices are compensating for it. B-grade sprouts are selling for around eight cents, while A-grade is going for 65-70 cents." read more

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At the age of 31, David Runge, who was born in Germany, has developed a strong interest in Africa's vibrant business landscape. He first got involved with the continent through internships in Uganda and South Sudan, which set the stage for his future projects. After completing his academic... read more

"Cebula rusza się na rynku eksportowym, ale długoterminowa perspektywa jest niepewna. Kilka transakcji terminowych zaplanowano na grudzień, ale obecnie nikt nie zajmuje dużych pozycji. To wiele mówi o obecnym zaufaniu do rynku" - obserwuje Leon van Meir z firmy sortującej z siedzibą w Steenbergen. read more

Wyniki przyjęcia Mołdawii do Unii Europejskiej - wąska wygrana dla "Tak", choć podejrzewa się rosyjską ingerencję w postaci zakupu 300 000 głosów - są znane. Pierwsza tura wyborów prezydenckich również została zakończona, a obecna proeuropejska prezydent Maia Sandu. read more

The European Digital Innovation Hub EDIH DATAlife is launching specialized training sessions focused on the application of new technologies for efficient management.

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As South African strawberry exports to the Middle East slow down to make room for Jordanian and Egyptian strawberries, the newly-established Cape Country Exports is shifting its focus to exporting stone fruit and blueberries to this market. The past three months have been very successful for South African strawberries. read more

The Dulcis® kiwifruit harvest is coming to an end. This variety was developed by New Plant in Forlì, in collaboration with the Universities of Udine and Bologna, and is produced and marketed exclusively by the Agrintesa-Alegra, Apofruit Italia, and Orogel Fresco cooperatives. Dulcis fruits are... read more

There is no autumn without persimmons, a fruit that is experiencing a revival thanks to the innovation that is characterizing its supply. This is why It's Bio, a project funded by the European Union and AOP Gruppo Vi.Va, promotes the values and benefits of fruits and vegetables. read more

Dlaczego winogrona deserowe notują rosnące liczby konsumpcji? Starszy analityk świeżych produktów Rabobanku, David Magaña, ma pewne przemyślenia na ten temat. Spośród owoców w Stanach Zjednoczonych, Magaña, który w zeszłym miesiącu współautorował Raport o Winogronach Stołowych na 2024 rok: Odbudowa po Wyzwaniach Zeszłego Sezonu.

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Two days in the open air, among the colors and flavors of autumn, to discover the secrets of cultivating Romagna walnuts in the spirit of solidarity. Tomorrow and Sunday, October 27th, the Solidarity Harvest returns to the San Martino in Strada Agricultural Company (Via Persiani). read more

Two weeks after the conclusion of the 16th edition of Fruit Attraction, it is possible to reflect on the evolution of our industry trade fair. The Spanish event was a success and the numbers support this statement: there was participation. read more

In 2023, Md S.p.A. invested over 30 million euros (31.3) to promote projects related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainability. This data is from the 2023 Sustainability Report of the third largest Italian discount chain, which managed to reduce its... read more

Guayaquil, Ecuador, Oct. 24 (EFE).- The 21st edition of "Banana Time," the largest international convention for the banana industry, began with a plea for unity from Ecuador, the world's top exporter of the fruit, to address global challenges such as low supermarket prices in Europe. read more

This week, analysts at EastFruit have observed a decrease in the prices of white cabbage in Ukraine. This decline is due to an oversupply in the market, especially of mid-late varieties that are not suitable for long-term storage. The current prices range from 15 to 23 UAH/kg ($0.36-0.56/kg), representing a 16% decrease. read more