According to EastFruit, Morocco’s greenhouse vegetable exports have suffered a severe setback due to climate change and extreme weather events. The country, which had been expanding its exports at a rapid pace, has seen a sharp decline in its tomato shipments, while its cucumber exports remain
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Valentine's Day has come and gone. Around this time, thoughts might typically turn towards champagne and strawberries, or perhaps even tomatoes. However, a quintessential Belgian vegetable, chicory (witloof), might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, BelOrta sees a natural connection
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The fresh produce industry around the world is at the forefront of experiencing the tangible effects of climate change. In regions like California, recent weather patterns have brought about unseasonably high rainfall, which goes beyond typical seasonal fluctuations. “This is a manifestation
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The Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) is very pleased to welcome an additional direct shipping service from the ports of Ngqura and Port Elizabeth for the export of citrus. MSC has recently announced an additional service, running every Tuesday from the end of May to the
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The go-ahead was given in the night between Tuesday and Wednesday for the government's amendment to cut agricultural IRPEF for two years, exempting agrarian and dominical incomes up to EUR 10,000 and reducing by 50 per cent the amount to be paid for those between EUR 10,000 and EUR 15,000. read more

The upcoming kiwifruit season has the potential to be a year of strong growth across all kiwifruit offerings this year, with Zespri expecting to ship around 193 million trays of kiwifruit to markets around the world. read more

Irish home consumption and retail sales remain unchanged. The availability of pre-pack quality stock is tightening and prices reported are reflective of this. The viability of overwintered crop is questionable, some growers have up to 50 acres remaining to be harvested due to poor weather
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In 2023, the Netherlands emerged as a pivotal hub for Peruvian agro-exports, marking a 9% uptick in acquisitions. The Dutch market's appetite spanned over 50 agricultural commodities, with blueberries, avocados, grapes and mangoes leading the charge, collectively accounting for 79% of the total
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Recent research from the University of Oregon College of Education, published in Appetite, unveils that boys aged 8 to 10 perceive certain foods as gender-specific, impacting their dietary choices. Funded by federal resources, this study explored children's eating habits by providing a diverse
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Japan's financial authorities have raised alarms over the yen's swift fluctuations, particularly after it surged past the 150 yen mark, posing threats to the country's trade-dependent economy. The U.S. dollar reached a three-month high following reports of an unexpected rise in U.S. inflation in
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Last week at Fruit Logistica 'It’s Fresh' launched their 2nd generation ethylene moderating technology to extend the peak ripeness window and quality of fresh produce, a new brand RYPEN has been created for this new tech. read more

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The latest social media trend in China involves young people competing to consume strawberries without using their teeth, aiming to leave behind a "strawberry skeleton" with only seeds and white veins. Originating from a post on Xiaohongshu by a user named @Aqing, this challenge emphasizes the
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After over 80 years as a cornerstone of the local economy, the Düsseldorf Wholesale Market will soon be saying "END OF THE LINE". Since its inception, the wholesale market has played a central role in Düsseldorf's economic structure. It is a living symbol of the perfect harmony between
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Poste Italiane launches PosteGoFresh, the new refrigerated transport service for home delivery of fresh food products purchased online. Its creator isMlk Fresh, the company born from the joint venture between Poste Italiane's subsidiary MLK Deliveries and Mazzocco Srl,
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Dolce Passione is the watermelon developed by Lamboseeds. The watermelon is medium-sized, ranging from 4 to 6 kg and has a thin black skin. The pulp, red and intense, is very sweet, with a brix degree always above 12). It has no seeds or if it has them, only a few seeds
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As a next step in its ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable food chain, Nature’s Pride shared at Fruit Logistica its new ambitions for the care of people and nature towards 2028. The company includes biodiversity conservation in its growing areas as part of its new ambitions. The
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The path towards internationalisation of the Consorzio di Tutela della Pomodoro di Pachino PGI continues, and in Berlin, at the great Fruit Logistica trade fair, it had the opportunity to present its activities at their best, both in terms of production and
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In the wake of ongoing farmers' protests, security measures including the sealing of state borders around Delhi have sparked concerns over the supply of essentials, potentially hiking retail prices of fruits and vegetables. read more

The Super Bowl (the US National Football League final, ed.) is the country's sporting event par excellence, bringing together hundreds of millions of fans and non-fans every year. The biggest celebrities take part in the occasion, as well as the most unusual ones such as avocados; read more