"High temperatures have a significant impact on cultivation. For instance, fennels grown in Fucino region are negatively affected by the lack of temperature variation. Similarly, lettuce also faces stress due to prolonged periods of high heat. Cultivating crops under such conditions is becoming increasingly challenging," explains Andrea Pignato, the sales manager at. read more

Geopolitical tensions, such as the Israel-Hamas war, are still a significant risk factor for brands. In the era of social media, brand boycotts due to geopolitical tensions are becoming more frequent. Additionally, consumers in Southeast Asia are more prone to boycotting brands compared to consumers in other regions. read more

After the first year of experimentation and the launch of the "Divino - Il kaki italiano" brand, which had to end its marketing early due to high demand, Gallicchio Frutta Srls, the company behind the brand, is now getting ready for the upcoming season. The current status of the fruit is promising. read more

In July 2024, the EU calculated orange prices were €79 per 100 kg, which was a 7.84% decrease from the previous month and a 32.13% increase compared to the 5-year average of €60. In Spain, orange prices were €89 per 100 kg, marking a 15.14% increase over the 5-year average. In Portugal, oranges were priced at €72 per 100 kg. read more

Celtic has announced that they will continue their presence in Kenya, Ghana, and Ethiopia. Former employee Chiel den Ouden is taking over the leadership of the company. "Our main goal is to revive the company and make use of our 25-year experience in constructing projects in different African countries." read more

Sezon owoców pestkowych jest teraz w pełni rozpoczęty w hiszpańskiej regionie Aragonii, z satysfakcjonującymi wynikami pod względem produkcji, ale z możliwością poprawy na poziomie handlowym. Sezon owoców drzewnych również właśnie się rozpoczyna. Agustín Sánchez, Dyrektor AEAMDE i Sekretarz Generalny FedeFruta, read more

Foodbank SA & NT distributed over two million kilograms of fresh fruit and vegetables, valued at more than $12 million, to those in need during the last financial year. This record amount was made possible thanks to the partnership between Foodbank SA & NT and the South... read more

Exportadora Los Olmos, a company that exports table grapes, cherries, kiwis, apples, sugar plums, and pears from Chile, is looking to increase their exports to the Asian market. Luis Ahumada, Director of Grupo Los Olmos, stated, "We are prepared to make a significant impact at the upcoming Fruit Logistica trade show in Hong Kong." read more

Over 20 fresh food suppliers for SPAR North of England stores gathered for a day filled with inspiring ideas, company updates, and networking opportunities. The event took place at the James Hall & Co. Ltd's SPAR Distribution Centre in Bowland View, Preston. The comprehensive session also provided a chance to... read more

T&G Global has released its interim results for the six months ending 30 June 2024, which the New Zealand group said showed "solid progress" in delivering its strategy as it recovered from the impact of Cyclone Gabrielle. read more

Climate change is expected to exacerbate heat waves and droughts in the Mediterranean region, as stated by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. In Greece, the combination of warm, dry winters and unprecedented summer temperatures is endangering the livelihoods of farmers nationwide. read more

The estimates are based on a survey conducted among 200 fruit-growing farms in all Belgian provinces. Together, they forecast that 133 million kg of apples will be produced this season. This represents a decrease of 34% compared to the five-year average. read more

This, together with their spicy taste, makes them a popular ingredient in soups, sauces, and salads. A large part of the onions comes from Lower Saxony, where the harvest is starting these days. How it turns out remains exciting, as some areas regionally have had issues due to the rainy weather this year. read more

Popyt na brytyjskie borówki gwałtownie rośnie, co skutkuje zwiększeniem produkcji przez plantatorów. read more

Despite these weather-related challenges, the Argentine Blueberry Committee (ABC) expects a normal season with production levels expected to be similar to those of 2022-23, reports freshfruitportal. read more

In practical test series, the Bavarian State Institute for Viticulture and Horticulture (LWG) evaluates current technology at the vegetable cultivation test farm in Bamberg. The goal is to provide commercial growers with reliable recommendations for the use of technology in order to prevent yield losses. read more

The ban, as reported by reefertrends, has already led to income losses among South African farmers as demand has decreased. Botswana's President Dr. Mokgweetsi Masisi has defended the decision, stating that the import ban on vegetables is a read more

More than 1,400 exhibitors will showcase packaging materials, packaging solutions, packaging aids, packaging machinery, and packaging technology at the Nuremberg Exhibition Centre. The accompanying important processes related to automation, labeling technology, packaging printing, finishing, and more will also be featured. read more

Reefertrends reports this, citing the retailer Tesco. According to them, the demand for blueberries increased by 27% last year. This surge in popularity is attributed to the growing awareness of the fruit's health benefits. Blueberries are rich in... read more

The heat in July has affected the yields of some crops, according to analysts. In particular, vegetable and potato harvests are expected to be smaller than last year. The NBU lowered its estimate for the vegetable harvest from 8.5 million tonnes to 7.9 million tonnes. The situation remains unchanged for the. read more