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Ukrainian and Moldovan apple prices are under pressure as the season comes to an end.
2026-04-13 00:00
The marketing year 2025-26 on the apple market in Ukraine and Moldova may conclude under pressure, with prices for stored apples anticipated to decrease in the latter half of spring. Market participants in both countries attribute this trend to a mix of economic, technological, and logistical factors. In Ukraine:
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Moroccan mango imports are increasing as Mali changes its export focus following the suspension of exports to the EU.
2026-04-13 00:00
Mango exporters from Mali are shifting their attention to the Moroccan market as the European Union has suspended imports due to phytosanitary concerns related to fruit flies. "This season, we are depending solely on the Moroccan market, as well as the British market, to export our fruit," stated Niama.
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Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) has finalized its preparedness plans for South Africa's 2026 citrus fruit exports, following a successful season last year that saw a 22% increase in volumes. Collaborative planning with the industry in recent weeks has been concentrated on the demand for refrigerated containers...
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Chcielibyśmy znacząco zwiększyć naszą obecność w sektorze handlu detalicznego artykułami spożywczymi.
2026-04-13 00:00
For almost forty years, the Adam brand has been known for offering top-quality fruits and vegetables sourced locally and internationally. Früchte Adam GmbH has long included direct imports from the Mediterranean region, especially from Turkey, Spain, and Italy, as a key part of its product selection.
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Ceny chilijskich śliwek Sweet Mary i nowozelandzkich jabłek rosną, podczas gdy zapasy duriana wzrastają.
2026-04-13 00:00
This week, in the fruit wholesale market, prices for Chilean Sweet Mary plums and New Zealand Gala apples increased, while blueberry prices generally declined. Imported durians saw a significant rise in both buyer traffic and supply. According to traders, the recent reduction in availability led to an uptick in demand for durians.
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The BusinessNZ Network and representatives from the export sector in New Zealand are urging political parties to support the New Zealand–India Free Trade Agreement, citing concerns that delays could restrict market access opportunities. An open letter, endorsed by The BusinessNZ Network and signed by 28 individuals, has been published.
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"Costa Rica currently produces and exports about 1.2 million boxes of bananas per year, from approximately 40,200 hectares concentrated mainly in the Atlantic region of Limón," says Marcial Chaverri, CEO of Corbana, the organization representing Costa Rican banana producers and exporters.
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Andalusia has positioned itself as one of Europe's top regions for blueberry and soft fruit production, with a high concentration of professional hydroponic systems such as pot and bag culture. This enables growers to achieve very high yields. The cultivation in these media requires extremely precise techniques.
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Hazelnuts: supply drops, but prices keep falling (-33%)
2026-04-13 00:00
The price of shelled Turkish hazelnuts 11/13, delivered in Europe, between February and March has decreased by 5%, reaching the lowest level in the last eight months and marking a decline of 33% compared to the peaks of late September.
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Some of the demands that the European Garlic Contact Group has outlined in a document sent to members of the European Parliament include increased safeguards against large-scale imports from Egypt and China, a cessation of the indiscriminate removal of active defense ingredients, and...
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Meksyk spodziewa się największego zbioru awokado od ostatnich pięciu lat. "Duży rozmiar tegorocznej uprawy jest wynikiem kilku czynników, przy czym korzystny klimat odgrywa kluczową rolę" - mówi Pedro Somarriba, prezes Avoworks - producenta, pakowacza, importer i dystrybutora awokado z Meksyku.
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Strawberries: Heat boosts production and lowers prices
2026-04-13 00:00
The arrival of spring and the consolidation of milder temperatures are bringing about a significant transformation in the fruit and vegetable markets, with the debut of the first summer products and a general adjustment of wholesale prices. Among the tips from La Borsa della Spesa, the service
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Bruna Brasileiro from Happy Fruit emphasized the dynamic nature of the market and the increasing international demand for Brazilian fruits such as lemons, grapes, and mangoes. Brazil continues to be a major supplier to global markets. "We provide a wide range of tropical fruits and have substantial capacity to meet various…
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Non-browning bananas have been approved in Japan and Brazil.
2026-04-13 00:00
Tropic, a biotechnology company specializing in agriculture, has obtained regulatory approval in both Japan and Brazil for its non-browning banana variety. This development allows the company to access two significant fresh produce markets and represents a significant achievement in fruit production.
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Germany seizes 1.6 tons of cocaine in banana shipment from Ecuador.
2026-04-13 00:00
Customs authorities in Germany have reported the seizure of 1.6 tons of cocaine, valued at approximately €30 million (US$32.7 million), found in a shipment of bananas. With support from Hamburg police, officers from the Hamburg customs investigation office carried out the operation following a.
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The Kenyan avocado season started amidst the turmoil of the conflict in the Middle East, which has reignited the crisis in the Red Sea and raised genuine concerns among exporters. Nonetheless, the season is ongoing and is displaying some positive signs despite the challenging circumstances. Paul Kyalo, managing...
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An international agricultural symposium is being held in Uzbekistan with the participation of a delegation from the Netherlands. The event is organized by the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan, the Embassy of the Netherlands, and Tashkent State Agrarian University. The symposium is focused on various aspects of modern agriculture and aims to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration among participants.
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The beginning of blueberry growth is a crucial moment. Plants enter a phase of intense physiological changes, while also being exposed to temperature fluctuations and frosts. In such conditions, it becomes crucial not only to react after damage occurs, but also to...
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Why Fresh Market is not a regular trade show
2026-04-11 15:38
Fresh Market 2026 is not an exhibition of booths, samples and leaflets. It is one day — September 24 at MCC Mazurkas in Warsaw — during which buyers, producers, distributors and retail chains from the fresh food segment actually sit down and talk business. On the eve of the 20th edition, the biggest retail chains and the largest distributors in the category have already confirmed their participation. If you only know Fresh Market by name, this text is for you.
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Unstable weather, temperature fluctuations, and predicted frosts are a scenario that increasingly defines the beginning of vegetation in recent seasons. In such conditions, it becomes crucial not only to react to threats but above all to build plant resilience.
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