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

According to the data presented by Afrucat, the Business Association of Fruit from Catalonia, and by the DACC, Department of Climate Action, Food, and Rural Agenda, Catalonia estimates that it will lose 33% of its entire pear harvest in the next season, with an estimated production of 80,426 tons. read more

"We're overwhelmed with oranges," says the general manager of a juice processing company, "a huge amount of oranges: we're working seven days a week, 24 hours a day, and yet we still have excess stock. However, the price won't be affected as it is still just a drop in the ocean. The global demand for oranges remains high." read more

The National Farmers' Federation is once again urging Senate crossbenchers to consider the impact of proposed taxation changes for superannuation on thousands of family farms across Australia. "We are pleased to see reports today that Senate crossbenchers David Pocock and Jacqui Lambie have raised these concerns." read more

The prestigious Belgian chef Frank Fol, internationally recognized for his passion and advocacy for the use of vegetables in cooking, has been named Honorary Patron of the Cellbitec Foundation for his

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June was described as "particularly quiet" and even "borderline catastrophic" for some professionals at Rungis. Sales were slow, possibly influenced by the gloomy political climate and unfavorable weather conditions. "Normally, June is a crucial month for us, with an abundance of summer fruits on the market like." read more

Sfregola Materie Plastiche has taken a step forward in researching solutions to increase the shelf-life of food and reduce waste by transforming the way fruits and vegetables are stored and marketed with the creation of Lifebag! read more