W ostatnich latach CBI i partnerzy zakończyli projekty w sektorach oliwy z oliwek, odzieży oraz świeżych owoców i warzyw w Jordanii. Projekty miały na celu ustanowienie zrównoważonych łańcuchów wartości, wprowadzenie innowacyjnej technologii oraz pomoc w eksplorowaniu możliwości na rynku Unii Europejskiej (UE). Oto pięć read more

Kay Bee Exports recently sent the first air shipment of Indian pomegranates to Australia following the irradiation protocol. "Market access for whole pomegranate fruits from India to Australia has been available for quite some time. However, the initially approved protocol was the in-transit cold storage." read more

METRO Italy, a partner of excellence for the HoReCa world, announces the appointment of David Martínez Fontano as the new Chief Executive Officer of METRO Italy and member of the Commercial Committee of the group. David Martínez Fontano, who already has knowledge of the Italian market thanks to 4 years of experience, read more

There is currently a growing demand for strawberries. "Like many others, we have been focusing more on everbearing varieties this year, but production seems to be somewhat stagnant at the moment. Nevertheless, demand remains high, leading to expensive prices for the fruit. read more

From 24 to 26 September 2024, the tenth edition of Seed meets Technology will take place at Vertify in Zwaagdijk-Oost, in Seed Valley. Seed meets Technology is an event revolving around innovative seed and coating technology, breeding support, crop protection, cultivation systems, and variety. read more

The Cook Government has allocated $1.2 million towards a national initiative aimed at enhancing premium fruit production through the adoption of sustainable, high-yield orchard practices. This endeavor is being carried out at the Manjimup Horticulture Research Institute, with the goal of improving fruit quality and quantity. read more

Another crop significantly affected is citrus fruits, with around 2 million kilograms affected and losses of 400,000 euros. Damage is also observed in vineyards, olive trees, and almond trees, but with lower productions and a less significant value than the two aforementioned crops. read more

Kazakhstan's Minister of Trade and Integration, Arman Shakkaliev, explained which types of apples will disappear from the country's market due to a newly introduced ban on their importation. Speaking to the Senate, the minister clarified that the ban only applies to apples transported by road. "A... read more

AILIMPO's lemon harvest estimate for the upcoming 2024/2025 campaign projects a production of 1,260,000 tons in Spain, which represents a 21% decrease compared to the production balance in the 2023/2024 campaign (which had the highest lemon harvest on record). read more

WisconsinDoug Bulgrin from Gumz Farms in Endeavor shared his update on September 4. "The harvest is fully underway here," Doug stated. "We are currently shipping yellow onions in all sizes. Reds from Wisconsin are also available now, earlier than usual. Retailers are always enthusiastic about promoting locally grown produce." read more

A trend that has been popular on social media for some time now continues to gain traction, turning the supermarket into a meeting place for those looking for love or a simple flirt. How? By placing an upside-down pineapple directly in their shopping cart, as reported by corriere.it. read more

The University's greenhouse complex in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, is currently undergoing a major renovation. Following a thorough preparation phase, HS Tuinbouw Service began renovating the greenhouse roof on Monday, August 19. The project is expected to be completed within six weeks, during which time HS will replace the old roof. read more

Holland: Tailwind Shipping Lines christens "Panda 004" container shipTailwind Shipping Lines, a subsidiary of Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG, christened the "Panda 004", a 1,400 TEU container ship, in Moerdijk, the Netherlands.Source: tailwind-shipping.com Meet the entrepreneur behind one of Europe's read more

Shanghai customs has implemented measures to simplify the clearance process for African fruits, with the goal of providing Chinese consumers with a wider selection of fresh produce. A recent shipment of 67.5 tons of apples and oranges from South Africa has arrived at the Waigaoqiao Port Area in Shanghai. read more

The National Board of Revenue (NBR) of Bangladesh has implemented a reduction in import taxes on onions, potatoes, and pesticides to stabilize their market prices. This fiscal adjustment, as outlined in a recent press release, will be in effect until November 30, 2024. read more

Z powodu rosnącego popytu na krajowym rynku, firma Walnuts.ge obecnie rozważa możliwość rozbudowy plantacji orzechów włoskich we wschodniej Gruzji, która już zajmuje ponad 200 hektarów, o kolejne 50 hektarów. Potencjał marketingowy orzechów jest ogromny, podkreśla Ivo. read more

Orchids face both challenges and opportunities in the Dutch market. The Phalaenopsis variety remains popular and sells well in the Netherlands and Europe. However, there are other orchid varieties that have not yet received the recognition they deserve, according to Jolanda. read more

WisconsinDoug Bulgrin from Gumz Farms in Endeavor submitted his report on September 4. "The harvest is in full swing here," Doug said. "We are shipping yellow onions in all sizes. Reds from Wisconsin are also available now, earlier than usual. Retailers are always excited to promote locally grown produce." read more

The Asia Fruit Awards 2024 were won by Australian Avocados' international marketing campaign, leading fruit distributor Joy Wing Mau Group, membership-only retailer Sam's Club China, and India-based berry grower-marketer Hortifrut IG Berries. The winners were announced during a presentation. read more

The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) revealed that Iran's tomato exports reached a value of $177 million in the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-August 21), making tomatoes the second most exported agricultural commodity. read more