The ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA launched the Asia Business Meet-Ups earlier this year to deepen its connections to key markets across Asia and to build even greater momentum for the return of the trade show to Hong Kong from September 4 to 6, 2024. read more

Due to the rotation of crops for salad cucumbers, a portion of the cultivation areas are not harvested. The newly planted salad cucumbers need more time to reach harvest. This is in contrast to a lively demand. Overall, there are lower quantities of German salad cucumbers available for the market. read more

In Germany, the carrot import season has gained momentum since mid-April. Despite the difficult harvest in the fall, followed by quality issues during storage due to wet conditions, German stocks were cleared within the usual seasonal range. The transition to newly harvested carrots is now underway. read more

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Asia Fruit Logistica has announced the impressive list of speakers for its China Business Meet Up, scheduled to take place on 27-28 May at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center (SWEECC). read more

Kiwifruit marketer Zespri has confirmed that over one million trays of its New Zealand-grown fruit will be destroyed after mice were discovered on the ship that transported its initial shipment of the new season to Europe. read more

Los productores de cerezas Picota españolas esperan una temporada positiva y equilibrada, ya que el sector se recupera de las devastadoras lluvias del año pasado. Gracias a una mayor disponibilidad de frutas y capacidad de clasificación, el sector anticipa un volumen de exportación de entre 2,000 y 2,300.

Spanish Picota cherry growers are looking forward to a positive and well-balanced season as the sector bounces back from devastating rainfall last year. Thanks to a combination of greater fruit availability and grading capacity, the sector anticipates an export volume of between 2,000 and 2,300. read more

The turnover in fresh fruit increased by 3.2% or 25.3 million US dollars, primarily due to a higher global volume of sales for bananas and pineapples, as well as an increase in global prices for pineapples, partially offset by lower global prices for bananas. read more

As QS reports, the insecticide can be used beyond the existing authorization for the control of the codling moth (Cydia pomonella L.) on pome fruit, based on Article 53 of Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009, according to the BVL. read more

Zespri™ wants to help consumers choose healthier foods and feel good and full of joy again. The holistic communication concept positions kiwis as delicious and healthy snack alternatives that are easy to incorporate into. read more

Zakup kwiatów stał się powszechną praktyką dla wielu osób, aby świętować tegoroczne Dni Matki. Według danych z platformy handlowej e-commerce Hema Fresh, sprzedaż kwiatów zarówno online, jak i stacjonarna zanotowała niemal dziesięciokrotny wzrost 12 maja, czyli ponad 40 procent w porównaniu do tego samego okresu zeszłego roku. read more

With a genome five times larger than a human's and 16 times that of a tomato, it takes 15 years to develop a new variety of the humble onion. Lennaert Aardse of Dutch seed supplier De Groot en Slot delves into the complexity of this seemingly simple bulb. read more

Some good progress has been made with planting across the country. It is estimated that around 50% of plantings have been completed. However, significant delays were experienced in the southeast due to ongoing wet weather hindering progress. This marks the second consecutive year that planting is running behind schedule. read more

ZGroup, a major player in the cold chain and logistics sector in Peru and the US, has recently reached a significant achievement by setting up a state-of-the-art fresh produce distribution center for Cencosud, one of the largest retail companies in the Americas. This distribution center consists of 80 modular containers, including cold storage facilities. read more

FAM STUMABO is introducing ScaliburTM, a more efficient potato slicer that offers improved cutting solutions. This innovative machine is equipped with dual rotation technology, where both the cutting head and the impeller rotate to provide a controlled and gentle cutting process. Previously, potatoes were... read more

New Zealand: Bargain Box collaborates with Yarn for surprise delivery

Bargain Box is showcasing local produce and ingredients in a surprise delivery to one of the nation's most iconic landmarks. The large Bargain Box traveled across the country on a truck, making several stops along the way. read more

Unia Europejska pozyskuje znaczącą część swoich importowanych śliwek z Republiki Mołdawii. Faktycznie, w 2023 roku mołdawskie śliwki stanowiły 25% rynku śliwek UE. Te dane zostały podkreślone przez Wicepremiera Dumitru Alaiba, Ministra Rozwoju Gospodarczego i Cyfryzacji. read more

In dzisiejszym dynamicznie zmieniającym się rynku, integracja e-commerce stała się nie tylko koniecznością, ale ważnym elementem dla firm, które chcą odnieść sukces w erze cyfrowej. Krzyżowanie się tradycyjnych sklepów stacjonarnych z platformami online otworzyło wiele możliwości. read more

Over a million trays of New Zealand kiwifruit, which were found to have a mice infestation on a ship, are scheduled for disposal. The problem was discovered during Zespri's first shipment to Europe for the season. Attempts were made to rescue the fruit, with 54 percent of the pallets inspected. Zespri's reaction was to take action to address the situation. read more

Etiquette expert William Hanson showcases the proper way to eat corn on the cob, avoiding the informal practice of eating it with hands. In his viral TikTok video, which has been viewed 3 million times, Hanson recommends holding the corn on a plate and cutting it neatly with a knife. He adds a touch of humor to the demonstration. read more