The Sicilian fruit landscape is now also renowned for stone fruits, as confirmed by Vincenzo Di Pasquale, sales manager of Di Pasquale Ortofrutta in Delia (Caltanissetta). Together with his brother Angelo, they have made stone fruits their trademark. read more

As Nigeria enters the Irish potato harvest season, Plateau State, known for its fertile lands, is leading the way and making a significant contribution to the national output. This year's harvest has resulted in a decrease in potato prices, which is a positive development amid a food crisis. Previously, a 65-kg bag would reach... read more

Reintjes Systems recently conducted a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) with their customer from New Zealand. The Reintjes team has designed and manufactured multiple modules to supply the washing line for this customer, the company reports. A key component of this project was the new High-Speed Expander. read more

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has revised its forecast for the Florida citrus harvest, showing an increase for the second consecutive month. The latest projections indicate that the orange production for the 2023-24 season is estimated at 17.97 million boxes, a slight increase from the previous forecast. read more

The 2024 melon campaign of Agricola Don Camillo, based in Brescello (Re), has been launched, bringing together over 60 agricultural companies located in various Italian regions. The focus is on the most innovative products, such as Dino and Limelone Froggy. "They have the ability to add that premiumness factor needed." read more

"We see growth potential in the Japanese and US markets. Europe, on the other hand, remains stable." The company expects to increase its export volumes by further diversifying its product range and taking advantage of the growing demand, says Fabricio Andrade, CEO and Founder of Earth Fructifera. read more

Jednorazowe plastikowe opakowania spożywcze są teraz powszechne w społeczeństwie i prawie żaden element łańcucha żywnościowego nie jest wolny od plastiku, a jako produkt uboczny przemysłu naftowego, jest także bardzo tani. Około 36% wszystkich wytwarzanych plastików jest używane do opakowań spożywczych. Niestety,... read more

Nowadays, fruits and vegetables are increasingly at the core of a healthy and sustainable diet. However, the English agricultural system is facing unprecedented challenges: from rising production costs to limited availability of labor, from unpredictable weather conditions to. read more

Five days have passed and the large citrus-growing town of Citrusdal is still isolated from the rest of the Western Cape Province in South Africa. Citrus farmers and community members are awaiting government authorities to create emergency plans to access the town and provide much-needed assistance. read more

For 30 years, Asocolflores and Cecodes have been working together in a strategic alliance to promote sustainability in Colombia. According to the two organizations, this collaboration has led to the implementation of initiatives that have had a positive impact on the country's flower sector. This year, the alliance will continue to support the sector's sustainability efforts. read more

" The weather in southern Europe has had a positive impact on grape cultivation, according to Giacomo Grande, the technical manager of Grape Evolution, a grape breeder. "In 2024, table grapes have regained their market share, and producers have begun replanting vineyards again, all thanks to the excellent." read more

In June 2024, Aldi, Tesco, and Sainsbury's were once again at the forefront in terms of purchasing apples from BAPL growers. Aldi acquired 3,499 tons, Tesco received 3,482 tons, Sainsbury's took in 912 tons, Tesco bought 638 tons, and Aldi purchased 571 tons. Source: britishapplesandpears.co.uk read more

In the countryside, melons are of good quality and high volume. Italian peaches and nectarines are also of excellent quality and enjoying a good moment. There is an increasing demand for watermelons. There is a significant increase in the quantities of bell peppers, and availability is also increasing. read more

According to Hort Innovation, marketing plays a crucial role in driving demand and influencing the perceived value of fruit and vegetables among consumers. Nearly every household buys fruit and vegetables throughout the year, with an average purchase of 114.2kg of vegetables. read more

What are the best seasonal products with the highest quality-price ratio to buy this week recommended by La Borsa della Spesa, the service of BMTI and Italmercati Rete di Imprese in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit. read more

Freshfel Europe sent a letter to the European Commission cautioning that the proposed reallocation of current EU funds away from promotional 'multi-programme' activities could jeopardize the competitiveness of EU fruits and vegetables and impede progress in promoting health and environmental initiatives. read more

"On July 9th, the European Commission proposed to allocate 77 million euros [84.1 million USD] from the agricultural reserve to assist Austrian, Czech, and Polish producers in the fruit and vegetable sectors who have recently been affected by unprecedented adverse weather conditions." read more