The main destinations were Germany with 1,847,983 tons (+7%) and 2.904 million euros (+1%), followed by France with 1,144,000 tons (+4%) and 1.576 million euros, which corresponds to the value of 2023. Next were the Netherlands with 530,312 tons (+4%) and 825 million euros (-1%), while Portugal with 391,000 tons (+13%) came in next. read more

The CEO Michael Franks stated that the kiwi volume has recovered after two difficult seasons. "In New Zealand, our fruit production increased by 17 million trays, a 53% growth compared to 2023, and our Australian production also experienced an improvement." read more

Claudio Scalise, who was born on May 21, 1958 in Calabria, moved to Bologna after finishing school, where he obtained a degree in agriculture and specialized in economic and trade policy issues. Later, he became the founder and managing director. read more

Since that time, among other things, fruits, vegetables, and potatoes can also be labeled with the origin mark "Germany - Good from German Agriculture". The requirement for labeling is the complete production in Germany. A new live online seminar is also available. read more

Almost 500 producers and exporters participated in Chile's first-ever Kiwi Day this week. The event, organized by the Chilean Kiwifruit Committee and RedAgrícola, provided an opportunity for the sector to analyze the challenges it faces in improving the quality of its kiwifruit offerings and making the necessary enhancements. read more

Since the beginning of the week, higher quantities of peppers are available at the auctions in the Benelux area. Prices for red peppers are dropping at the auctions, following the increases in the previous week 33. Meanwhile, the supply situation for green peppers remains stable. read more

The main growing areas are the O'Higgins and Metropolitana regions in the central part of the country, where the cultivation areas have increased by 26.6% and 11.4% in the past three years, respectively. In contrast, according to the USDA, the cultivation area for fresh peaches has decreased over the past ten years. read more

I’m no stranger to seeing insane prices for fruit in China. Throughout the year, we can see local cherries selling for well over US$70 a kilogram, US$100 square watermelons from Japan, US$40 for a single bunch of locally grown Shine Muscat grapes, and many other mind-boggling prices for. read more

China's leading fruit retail chain, Pagoda, views Asia Fruit Logistica as a valuable platform for connecting with the global fruit industry. The retailer plans to use this opportunity to showcase its accomplishments from the past year during the event. read more

The average price of Chinese cabbage in the Polish wholesale market has slightly decreased this week, but that doesn't mean that "pekinka" has suddenly become cheap. Chinese cabbage still remains more expensive than in the same period in previous years. Is this trend likely to continue in the coming weeks? read more

According to the Federal Agency for Agriculture and Nutrition (BLE), this is the conclusion of two studies conducted by the University Hospital Bonn (UKB) and the University of Bonn, in which a total of 2,000 adults participated. read more

There is still very few cucumbers on the Polish market, both field-grown and greenhouse-grown. However, this week the supply of these vegetables has slightly improved, which is reflected in the changes in wholesale prices of these vegetables. read more

The past few days have brought significant changes in the prices of industrial pears. At least in terms of the raw material that is being purchased at the upper end of the range. So, what are the current prices for the purchase of industrial pears? read more

Sydney-based Umall Asian Supermarket has acquired Delish Deliveries with the goal of combining the strengths of both companies to provide a better shopping experience for customers throughout the region. read more

As the fifth season of Lovita® plums approaches, growers are set to harvest 800 tonnes of heart-shaped, red-fleshed plums from the Occitanie and Provence regions of France. These will be available on shelves starting September 2. While this year's yield is slightly lower than last year's, the quality remains excellent. read more

Researchers are exploring innovative methods to manage the corn earworm population, a significant pest affecting sweet corn crops in Colorado. The pest, which is actually a moth, has developed resistance to traditional insecticides, prompting the need for alternative solutions. Adrian Card, a read more

Avocado has become an important agricultural export and source of livelihood for many small-scale producers in East Africa. Avocado production has seen significant growth in the region, especially in countries like Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The region's diverse climatic... read more

Listed New Zealand produce company Seeka has released its unaudited interim results for the six months ending on 30th June 2024. Seeka's chief executive Michael Franks stated, "Seeka has improved its financial performance due to higher kiwifruit volumes in New Zealand and Australia." The company reported a net profit before tax. read more

Preparations for the upcoming Moroccan soft fruit season are advancing as the sector bounces back from challenging years that were characterized by climatic risks and business setbacks. Zouhir Disouria, a producer in the Larache region, stated, "Growers in the region are getting ready, tending to the soil, placing orders for plants, and... read more

Cengiz Bostanci, an agricultural engineer for the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry in Bartin, states that the aronia fruit is gaining popularity among consumers seeking a healthy diet. "Aronia is one of the medicinal aromatic plants that thrive in Turkey's fertile soil," he explains. read more