The per capita consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables continued to decline in 2023, with a 2.7% decrease compared to the previous year in the case of fruits, totaling 78.5 kilograms per person per year.

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On a European level, Belgium and the Netherlands have historically been the main competitors for Italian agriculture, and in recent years, they have also benefited from Italian misfortunes to become the undisputed leaders in the old continent. However, the prospects for the campaign are at a read more

In the last two years, the melon supply from Spain has decreased due to a reduction in production areas, while the opposite is happening in France. "For the past 2 or 3 years, the trend in the Provence region has been to plant a little more in the early part of the season," which is the early." read more

In MY 2023/24, due to the increase in planted area and assuming regular yields, lemon production is estimated to grow by 6.7 percent and reach 175,000 metric tons. In MY 2023/24, due to high profits, lemon planted area will reach 8,150 hectares (ha). This represents a one percent increase from MY... read more

A turnover of 81 million euros in 2023 and a net worth of 54.2 million euros, increased by 15.12% compared to 2022, are the numbers of the CPR System cooperative, chaired by Gabriele Ferri and led by Monica Artosi. These figures were presented yesterday in Padua. read more

Sezon mango w Egipcie właśnie się rozpocznie. „Kalendarze będą startować o normalnych porach, a ilość i jakość będą pozostawać stabilne pomimo wyzwań związanych z zmianami klimatycznymi” - mówi Walid Sallam, Kierownik Eksportu i Konsultant Techniczny z egipskich firm, takich jak MK Entreprise. read more

Malcontents among raspberry growers in Poland are expressing worries about the stagnant purchase prices, which they argue have not changed in 20 years. This disparity persists despite notable rises in production, energy, and fertilizer expenses. The ongoing season has only worsened these grievances. read more

Vietnamese dragon fruit made a big impact during its debut at Spinneys in Saudi Arabia. Vietnamese exports received a significant boost on June 24 when red and yellow-fleshed dragon fruits were featured at the grand opening of Spinneys, a high-end supermarket chain from the United Arab Emirates. read more

While watching Croatia play against Italy in the UEFA Europe League, John Pandol from Pandol Brothers took a moment to provide an update on Mexico's Sonora grape season. Sonora is the largest producer of table grapes in Mexico and is projected to export a total of 22 million boxes this season. read more

The Dutch company Contronics provides dry fog solutions for food retailers. Lennard Riskop is the Sales Manager responsible for Germany. "Dry fog creates a local climate zone for products, which allows us to reduce losses by up to 40 percent. The drying out of fresh produce is delayed, which has a read more

The 'Scallion Latte,' which originated in China, has become a social media sensation. This unusual beverage combines caffeine with a topping of chopped spring onions, providing a distinctive crunchy texture. Despite facing initial skepticism, it has divided online communities, with numerous individuals trying it out and sharing their feedback. read more

In the search for sustainable cultivation systems, many have been exploring agrivoltaics as a way to utilize agricultural land for both farming and renewable energy production. However, the main challenge with this technology is finding the right balance between electricity generation and crop productivity. read more

The Genossenschaft der Ökobauern eG (Organic Farmers' Co-operative) is delighted to celebrate its 30th anniversary. The official opening of the new warehouse and production hall in Lippborg (Soest district) marks another important milestone in the company's development. read more

Before the full-scale invasion by Russia, Ukraine was a significant exporter of sweet cherries, with a large portion (89.5%) of its exports going to Belarus. However, the occupation of Melitopol plantations in Zaporizhzhia Oblast in early 2022 has had a profound impact on Ukraine's ability to maintain this. read more

Trwająca wojna w Izraelu odciska piętno na producentach owoców liściastych, którzy znajdują się wzdłuż północnych i południowych granic i nie są w stanie uzyskać dostępu do znacznej części swoich gospodarstw. Organizacja Producentów Owoców w Izraelu sygnalizuje, że potrzebna jest większa pomoc, ponieważ ich członkowie zmierza się z dużymi stratami. read more

A prize competition that will liven up the summer of 2024. Perla Nera, the brand of medium-sized watermelon with dark skin, is offering a contest open to all consumers until July 23. There are 10 daily instant wins up for grabs, plus 10 grand prizes. The marketing campaign is diverse. read more

The Summer Fancy Food Show, at its 68th edition, is the largest trade fair event in North America and one of the main ones in the world dedicated to the specialty food and beverage sector, held at the Javits Center in New York from June 23 to 25, 2024. read more

On the weekend of June 29 and 30, Dole Italia will be the technical partner of The Stone, a triathlon competition that starts on Lake Iseo, crosses the Camonica Valley, and ends in Ponte di Legno. For the event, triathletes will be able to recover their energy thanks to the bananas provided by Dole. read more

The Moroccan early fruit and vegetable season is coming to an end. Mostapha Mohattan, a Moroccan produce exporter who focuses on the French market, shares his perspective on a season that has been full of unexpected and unpredictable conditions. Mohattan notes, "The overall picture is..." read more

St. John's Day traditionally marks the end of the Belgian asparagus season. Unlike many vegetables where the end of the season depends on supply, with asparagus the seasonal aspect is still clearly defined. "You therefore see both growers and traders wrapping it up, but this season we have seen..." read more