Alterations to Australia's Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme have sparked unease amongst advocates for the Pacific Islander workforce. The changes, aimed at worker protection, could potentially evoke a dark chapter in Australia's past. read more

EastFruitanalysts draw attention to the ongoing problems with oversupply of fresh onions in the countries of Central Asia, which we warned about back in June 2023 in the article “ Onion bubble ”. We recently reported about the same problem with onions in Uzbekistan , where prices now are
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Thailand: 7-Eleven’s individually wrapped bananas guarantee customer satisfaction read more

La Unió Llauradora has denounced the "disastrous campaign that lemon producers in the Spanish Region of Valencia, primarily in the province of Alicante, are enduring, with extremely low prices that do not cover their costs and have already caused losses exceeding 26 million euros." read more

The conflicts in the Middle East are impacting global shipping lanes and putting renewed pressure on shipping freight rates. In Brazil, the main impact is expected to be felt from February, according to industry analysts. Market concerns that could affect the country include rising freight
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The year just ended was characterised by fluctuating consumption in the fruit and vegetable department of the large-scale retail trade, with a negative first half and a positive second half. read more

The supply, and sizing, of limes coming out of Mexico is largely weather-dependent. Right now, limes are being shipped out of Martínez de la Torre in the state of Veracruz in the country. read more

Conscious eating is trendy, and not just in the context of Veganuary. The consumption of fresh and processed vegetables in Germany has once again gone up last year - to a total of 109 kg per capita. Tomatoes have once again secured their spot as the most popular vegetable in Germany. read more

According to preliminary data and information on developments over the first six to nine months of 2023, global trade in bananas displayed signs of recovery from the more severe supply shortages experienced in the previous two years. read more

During the meeting, Carmen Crespo highlighted the investment effort in water policy made by the Andalusian Government and as proof of this she highlighted the fact that 42% of the public works carried out in Andalusia have been for water, "which has a direct impact on the economy and the environment".
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Zerbinati, Italy's leading producer of ready-to-eat salads and fresh vegetables, is launching a new line of ready meals "Gusto&Equilibro, Il mio piatto unico" atMarca 2024; read more

The rainy season is affecting the quality and price of fruits and vegetables imported into Singapore from Malaysia. According to traders, the supply of these produce in Malaysia has dwindled, leading to an increase in wholesale prices. Consequently, vendors are compelled to transfer these
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In the new year South African consumer demand for fresh produce has been significantly lower, reports an agricultural economist, which has been placing pressure on prices. read more

A new crop clip system for cucumber and tomato plants has led to a breakthrough for the company Pellikaan. Cor Pellikaan, the founder, came up with the idea while working with tomato plants. read more

In week 3, Herbert Widmann Ltd expects the final blueberry deliveries from South Africa for this year's season. Simultaneously, the first main volumes from Chile are arriving with a two-week delay. "This year, around 15 to 20 percent less goods are being harvested and exported in Chile. However,
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Moderna 2020 (VéGé) articulates its offer with four formats Eté Smarty for small and neighbourhood shops, the classic Eté for medium-sized stores, Grand'eté for large stores, and the Prime format described in this article in Gdoweek.
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Difficult times call for challenging solutions. That's why Koppert will be showcasing its latest innovations, specially designed to simplify and improve crop protection, at the upcoming Fruit Logistica from 7 to 9 February in Berlin. read more

Over 300,000 tonnes of cherry have been packed and shipped so far in the 2023-2024 season, a figure that reveals a contraction of 20% compared to the previous campaign period, according to Claudia Soler, executive director of the Cherry Committee at the Asoex association. read more

Semillas Fitó, as one of the leading companies in the sector of genetic improvement, production and distribution of horticultural seeds worldwide, could not miss this event, which will serve to reinforce its global brand positioning, which it presented at this event last year.
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After a 40-year career in the fruit and vegetable trade, Ben Messaoud retired on January 1, 2024. He began on January 1, 1984, at a fresh produce sector importer/exporter, before starting Hortica six years later. The Dutch company had a similar product range but with a greater focus on the
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