"After a decade, we can say that the Metis® project has been a success," says Metis Marketing Director Olivier Lefebvre. "It's probably the biggest gamble ever in the European stone fruit sector and has succeeded in revolutionizing the plum segment by providing flavor, volumes, consistency and..." read more

Aussie Apples is leading the No Snackgrets campaign to promote healthier snacking habits among Australians. The initiative aims to encourage 9.5 million snackers to choose apples as their preferred snack, with support from the Apple and Pear Strategic Market Development Panel. The campaign is based on... read more

Według dyrektora Agroinnovation, ceny hurtowego czosnku na Ukrainie wzrosły w tym roku z 1,8 euro/kg zeszłego roku do 3,5 euro/kg. Koszt sadzenia nasion pozostał stabilny, co stwarza korzystne warunki dla producentów. Ten wzrost cen jest głównie spowodowany przez Chiny. read more

The year 2024 has not been favorable for Moldovan plum producers. Orchardists report that a shortage of summer rainfall and record-high temperatures have negatively impacted both the quantity and quality of the fruit. Market participants also anticipate that the plum season in 2024 will end early. read more

Conad, the leading Italian retail brand, has organized a meeting with the media to present the values and characteristics of the Piacersi Conad products, a new range of Conad-branded products dedicated to people who consider taking care of their well-being as the central theme of their lives. read more

In Jodhpur, there has been a significant increase in vegetable prices, making them less affordable for many people. Garlic, onions, and potatoes have all seen significant price hikes. The rise in garlic prices, in particular, has raised concerns among consumers. The price of garlic has reached Rs 400 per kilogram. read more

Taiwan has relaxed its import restrictions on food from five Japanese prefectures, allowing the importation of all Japanese food products under general conditions. This includes products like mushrooms, game meat, and koshiabura (a type of mountain vegetable). read more

Norbert Heep operates a fruit wholesale business at the Cologne wholesale market with an annual turnover of around 15 million euros. However, it has been decided that the wholesale center will need to relocate by the end of 2025. As a result, Heep is currently searching for a new location for his business. read more

The World Bank has extended its support to the Global Alliance against Fusarium TR4, an international coalition dedicated to combating a disease that poses a threat to bananas, a vital food source worldwide. This collaboration aims to reduce the spread of the disease, which has significant implications for. read more

The European potato market has been in turmoil since the beginning of summer, with participants unable to agree on what to expect from the main potato season of 2024/25. Issues with seed potatoes and adverse weather conditions this summer are juxtaposed with forecasts of record expansion. read more

The month of September represents a period of transition, with the shift from summer to autumn products, especially in the fruit sector. In recent years, the heat had accompanied us throughout September, while this year there has been a return to more typical temperatures. read more

Società Gestione Mercato announces that modules No. 1 and 2 of the Wholesale Fruit and Vegetable Market in Genova are now available for potential lease within the Agri-Food Center. read more

Masymas Supermarkets, from the distributor Juan Fornés Fornés, S.A., in their continuous effort to reduce food waste, has increased their

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More and more growers are realizing that analyses are indispensable for optimizing their crops. There is a growing interest in research on water, nutrient solutions, soil, substrate, and crops. Analyses contribute to a better understanding of cultivation, providing insights into plant nutrition, health, and growth. read more

On Marian Nassan's farm, a plot with 'Jubilejnaja Kopania' currant variety covers an area of 8 hectares. In the past, these bushes were heavily affected by a sawfly infestation, so the farmer decided to cut the shoots, collect them, and remove them from the site. read more

Hispanian exports of strawberries and blueberries, mainly grown in Huelva, experienced a 12% increase in the first seven months of 2024 compared to the previous year. Strawberries reached 251,072 tonnes, showing a 4% growth, while blueberries had an output of 82,971 tonnes, which was a 20% increase. read more

The campaign of the "Pera Coscia" (Conference Pear) by the Il Girasole Cooperative in Paternò (Catania) continues successfully, confirming the consumers' appreciation for the fruit year after year. I had a meeting with the commercial manager, Giovanni Scavo, to discuss the current season, which started in the first days of. read more

The latest archaeological discoveries have revealed evidence of American sweet potato starch granules at an ancient site in Aotearoa/New Zealand's South Island. This finding provides insights into the importance of the crop in the Polynesian colonization of colder South Pacific islands. The sweet potato, which has a long history in the region, was... read more

The Panama Canal Authority has introduced improvements to its Maritime Services Tariffs section, designed to offer stakeholders easier access to updated toll rates and maritime service costs. This section now includes a comprehensive list of current tariffs, presented in a detailed format. read more

Spain produced 1.8 million tons of stone fruits this season, which is 3% more than last year and 9% more than the average of the past five seasons, as reported by Elena Busutil, the Director General of Agricultural Productions and Markets at the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. read more