The story of the Mercosur-EU free trade agreement began almost 30 years ago, when in 1995, the EU and Mercosur signed a framework agreement for interregional cooperation. This was followed by the formal start of negotiations for the conclusion of a trade agreement in 2012. In 2019, read more

Po szeroko zakrojonych protestach rolniczych na początku 2024 roku, Komisja Europejska przedstawiła dokument refleksyjny, w którym przedstawiono konkretne pomysły mające na celu poprawę sytuacji rolników w łańcuchu dostaw żywności. Copa and Cogeca chwalą proaktywne podejście Komisarza Hansena, który w zaledwie 10 dni od read more

In week 48, the sales value of LCC fruits and vegetables recorded a decrease, accompanied by an even more significant drop in volumes, influenced by a further increase in the average mix price. All channels show a decline in sales, although supermarkets and self-service stores. read more

"Banapeel is a home-compostable packaging, specifically designed for bananas, offering biodegradability and extended freshness," says Dr. Ravi Sankar Ummidi, Chief Technical Officer and Co-Founder of fresh produce packaging manufacturer PeelON.inc. read more

The Egyptian government has decided to reduce subsidies for exports, including agricultural exports, starting from November 1, 2024. In the agricultural sector, subsidies have been decreased from 8-10% to 2.4-3% of invoiced amounts. This change has particularly affected agricultural exporters. read more

U.S. fresh pear exports are projected to decrease to the lowest level since the 1980s in the marketing year 2024/25 (July 2024 – June 2025) due to an expected drop of more than 20 percent in production. U.S. pear production is forecasted to be at 470,000 metric tons, the lowest volume since 1967/68. read more

An apple that talks. And not only does it chat with followers of its community, but it is also invited as a guest on podcasts by renowned authors, where it skillfully and knowledgeably expresses its opinions. It's Ambrosia™, the apple influencer. And its sweet voice is gaining popularity everywhere. read more

During the first decade of the current century, Poland was the leading exporter of frozen strawberries. In the years 2011-2012, China emerged as a prominent player, and in the period of 2015-2016, Mexico held the largest market share. In 2018, Poland regained its position on the podium. read more

The University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) inaugurated its three-day annual Chrysanthemum and Autumn Flower Show 2024 on Tuesday, on the beautiful lawns of the Faculty of Agriculture, UAF. The event attracted a large number of students, faculty, and flower enthusiasts, and featured a variety of chrysanthemums. read more

The freight and shipping industry is calling for the immediate reopening of Holyhead Port after it was forced to close due to damage caused by Storm Darragh. The port, a crucial link for maritime traffic between Ireland and the UK, has been non-operational since the weekend, disrupting the busiest time for. read more

The Ribera PDO Orange Consortium will send 20 quintals of oranges to be distributed to the Scalabrini missionaries of San Carlo in Rome for charity. This charitable initiative, now in its third consecutive year, stems from the collaborative and friendly relationship of the president of the Ribera Consortium. read more

"The mushroom market in the UK is currently stable, albeit a bit slow," said James Meers, Commercial Director at G's Fresh. "I anticipate a significant increase in demand starting next week, with Monday being a particularly busy day, and this trend is expected to continue throughout the week leading up to Christmas." Meers mentioned that the consistent performance of the market is positive. read more

Aurea Agro, a member of the Aurea Capital Partners Group, has entered into a strategic agreement with the Spanish company Alcoaxarquia, located in Malaga. Alcoaxarquia is a key player in the global organic mangoes and avocados market, with operations in Spain, South America, and Morocco. This partnership will enable... read more

The Department of Trade and Industry XI (DTI) has registered new investments totaling $2.7 million for Cavendish banana exports and $1.53 million for banana chip exports in the Davao Region for 2024. The department supported 30 exporters, resulting in $826,200 in export sales and $738,000 in. read more

Wielu właścicieli supermarketów korzysta z zakupów lokalnych jako sposobu wyróżnienia się na tle konkurencji. Klienci uwielbiają świeże, regionalne produkty, co wzmacnia lojalność klientów. Jednak zakupy lokalne często są skomplikowane i czasochłonne, dlatego ich opłacalność nie zawsze jest oczywista. W Holandii, Eline van... read more

The first apple to walk down the runway at Milan Fashion Week? It will be envy™. And it won't be alone, but with an accessory designed for her by students of the Product and Visual Design courses at Istituto Marangoni Milano Design, led by designer Marco Rambaldi chosen for envy™. read more

EastFruit analysts have noticed a rise in export prices for Ukrainian apples in the 2024/25 season, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) seeing a 40-60% increase in the price of these imports. Similarly, Saudi Arabia, an important market for Ukrainian apples, has witnessed a 30-40% price hike. read more

The Export Development Board (EDB) of Sri Lanka has identified poor packaging as a primary factor contributing to post-harvest losses in the country's fresh produce sector. It is reported that 20-30% of vegetables and 15-20% of fruits experience losses after harvest due to substandard packaging. read more

Singapore Flower Delivery Pte Ltd has announced the acquisition of Singapore Florist, a local florist with a 37-year history of serving the community, for an undisclosed sum. Singapore Florist will maintain its operations under its current brand name, Singapore Flower Delivery Pte Ltd. The company is... read more

In a recent update from the Undersecretariat of International Economic Relations (Subrei), Chile has achieved a new milestone in its foreign trade by surpassing a record US$ 2.518 billion in service exports. This represents an 18% increase from the previous year and marks the first time that service exports have seen such significant growth. read more