A very unstable spring is expected to have an impact on the upcoming Belgian top fruit harvest. Conventional producers are already predicting lower volumes, and it seems that organic hard fruit will also be affected. In pears, we anticipate being able to harvest up to 30 percent less. read more

"Rainy weather has caused a delay in the pea harvest in Denmark," says Frederik Pahus Bruun, PR manager for Danish pea producer and exporter GreenPeas. "Our pea production has been slightly delayed this year due to an exceptionally rainy spring and colder winter than usual. We have experienced late frosts and hail." read more

Kenya's flower industry has placed the country on the global map. Today, it is a crucial component of the economy, contributing 1.25% to the GDP and providing employment to over 500,000 Kenyans. Despite the existence of separate public and private sustainability standards within the industry, the Kenyan government has acknowledged this sector's importance. read more

Peru will be able to export table grapes by air to the Chinese market thanks to an agreement reached during the visit of the president of Peru, Dina Boluarte, to China. "Peru is one of the world's main exporters of table grapes, blueberries, avocados, and mangoes. The government's objective is to increase trade opportunities and strengthen economic ties with China," said Boluarte. read more

Effective July 1, 2024, Olympic Food Group will acquire the commercial operations of the Greek Grape Company (GGC). GGC, with its 30 hectares, is one of the largest grape cultivation sites in Greece. This acquisition will enhance Olympic Food Group's capabilities in the grape industry. read more

While the West Coast is experiencing a heat wave, the East Coast is also facing challenging weather conditions, including a heat wave. Neil Mazal from East Coast Farms & Vegetables stated, "The high temperatures have had a significant impact on the markets. Georgia and South Carolina have been particularly affected by the excessive heat." read more

Entomopathogenic fungi, such as Beauveria bassiana and Metarhizium brunneum, are commonly used as bio-insecticides in products like BotaniGard and Lalguard M52. These biopesticides are living organisms, and the spores must be viable for the product to be effective. This video showcases a simple method read more

Heemskerk Fresh & Easy and Fruity Pack will be collaborating starting from 1 July 2024. They will leverage their respective strengths to deliver a comprehensive and innovative product range that caters to the needs of customers and consumers. This partnership will enable both companies to offer a more diverse and tailored selection of products. read more

The drupe campaign is progressing with ups and downs, in line with the weather conditions that have been characterizing Northern Italy for the past couple of months. To assess the situation, we visited the fruit and vegetable market in Cesena, a key reference point for Romagna's production. read more

According to Armenpress, Deputy Minister of Economy Arman Khojoyan stated at a press conference that an average of 58% of Armenia's agri-food products are exported to Russia. He was addressing the issue of export diversification. Khojoyan also mentioned that in 2024, four international exhibitions were... read more

Peru has experienced a significant growth in avocado exports to the U.S., with quantities reaching almost 75,000 metric tons, valued at over $145 million in 2023, according to USDA data. The introduction of Peruvian avocados to the U.S. market in 2006 has resulted in a steady increase in both the volume and value. read more

Oszczędzanie energii to istotne wyzwanie w szklarniach w Holandii. Jesse Verbeke, Kierownik Aplikacji w firmie Phormium, potrafi się z tym utożsamić. "W rzeczywistości chodzi o oszczędzanie energii i optymalizację klimatu. Zapewnienie lepszego uprawy z wyższymi plonami przy jednoczesnej oszczędności energii." Jesse Verbeke z. read more

"Empowering global trade by simplifying customs procedures" is how Edwin Hageman summarizes the activities of Customs Support. This Dutch company specializes in handling customs formalities and assists customers in importing, exporting, and transiting goods to save time and costs, all done ethically. Customs Support serves [...] read more

This tydzień Martin Oudenes celebrates his six-month anniversary with My Roots & More. The importer was among the pioneers in marketing sweet potatoes in Europe and they are still among the key products today. "What started 20 years ago as a test with a few containers to import from the US and Egypt, has read more

This week, Bayer has celebrated the 11th edition of its Melon & Watermelon Week in Murcia. An event with a clear protagonist: flavor. On this occasion, the company has complemented its field visits with a Taste panel of melon and watermelon tastings to demonstrate that the flavor of their products is top-notch. read more

The commercial campaign for Melone Mantovano Igp is now in full swing: "July and August crucial for the whole season," says the president of the Consortium, Mauro Aguzzi. The surfaces remain stable at 2 thousand hectares. read more

A Queensland fruit stand owner installed security cameras after a Maserati driver was caught stealing bananas. The incident, captured on video, showed the man taking as many bananas as he could carry without paying. The owner, Aaron Marsh, operates seven unmanned stalls based on an honesty system. read more

Brak letniej pogody w tym roku w Wielkiej Brytanii wpłynął na produkcję miękkich owoców. "Truskawki zaczęły powoli rosnąć. Potem, kilka tygodni temu ładna pogoda przyspieszyła wzrost zbiorów i dała nam krótki przypływ, ale od tego czasu było albo zimno, ale suche albo pochmurno i deszczowo, co skutkowało ograniczonym dostępem". read more

The Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has increased its market share to 20% through a proactive approach of new vessel acquisitions and expansions, bringing its fleet close to 6 million TEUs. As reported by Alphaliner, MSC's fleet consists of 837 vessels with a total capacity of 5.98 million TEUs, including 539 vessels. read more

The value of seeded grapes has rebounded due to several factors: reduced cultivation, a 20% decrease in yields - particularly for seedless grapes - compared to a typical season, and an overall improvement in quality attributed to the expertise of growers who appear to be effectively maintaining the. read more