The summer weeks traditionally bring a somewhat quieter period in the greenhouse vegetable market. "We are certainly not finished with the season yet, but it is relatively calm in the export markets where we are active. Especially in Germany, people are on holiday at the moment, and the market is quietest. read more

"Classic autumn fruits have been selling in unusually high volumes this summer, according to Waitrose." read more

Fruit supplier Fresh Hub Group (FHG) has introduced its branded Explore Sweet Sunrise grapefruits into Morrisons as a part of its strategy to rejuvenate the category. read more

The Flash Gala apple brand has had its most successful season since its launch, but now actions need to be taken to generate more momentum. read more

What are the legal regulations for the individual fruit articles? What quality defects can occur in citrus fruits, grapes, and pome fruit? What should be considered in terms of storage and temperature control? How can internal defects be recognized and how do they develop further? read more

The products must also comply with the Planetary Health Diet, a global dietary approach that is healthy for both people and the planet, as well as broader sustainability criteria. read more

European fruit growers are facing challenges due to decreasing pollinator populations and unpredictable weather patterns. However, a promising solution gaining popularity across the continent is the use of mason bees. These native solitary insects are excellent at pollinating fruits and are proving to be a valuable asset. read more

It is a spontaneous mutation of the Oronules discovered on one of his estates in Burriana. Based on its exceptional caliber and the initial letter of the name of its mother variety, it was given the trade name XLO. The new Clementine, which will be available in June 2024. read more

After weeks of being very well supplied with iceberg lettuce, the market situation had changed. The dampness had left its mark: fungal pressure in the stocks increased, and in wet areas, the planting of subsequent batches was delayed. read more

During the "Onion Breakfast" on National Onion Day (August 21st), in Colijnsplaat, the organizations jointly presented the revised General Terms and Conditions for seed and planting onions. The revision includes less legal language and shorter deadlines. read more

M&S has announced the largest ever investment in its supply chain with a new £340 million National Distribution Centre (NDC) built around sustainability and cutting-edge automation. read more

According to Juan Castillo Ocaña, head of the regional branch of Agromercado in Piura, "the current strategy focuses on preventing the pest from spreading to unaffected fields through joint actions of the technical team and especially the producers." read more

If the forecast for the apple sector is correct, the harvest result would be two percent lower than the previous year. The expected quantity of 13,500 tons for pears would represent a decrease of 16 percent compared to the particularly strong previous year in terms of quantity. read more

With 63 registered exhibitors from China, Thailand, Malaysia, the United Arab Emirates, Peru, and Ecuador, the CHINA MEET UP will bring together many international players in the fresh produce sector. read more

Shanghai Montague Trading Limited, which has been renamed Shanghai Mutian Trading (SMT), is a prominent importer and distributor of high-quality Australian fruit in China. The company has recently transitioned to full ownership after more than ten years of collaboration between Tribal Brands Asia (TBA) and WF Montague (now Montague Farms). read more

According to Juan Castillo Ocaña, Head of the Regional Branch of Agromercado in Piura, "the current strategy focuses on preventing the pest from spreading to unaffected fields through joint actions of the technical team and, especially, the producers. read more

According to Juan Castillo Ocaña, head of the regional branch of Agromercado in Piura, "the current strategy is focused on preventing the pest from spreading to unaffected fields through joint measures by the technical team and especially the producers. read more

The current harvest is forecasted to be 186,000 tonnes (in-shell), compared to 196,000 tonnes in the previous season. These quantities were achieved at that time due to rainfall that was favorable for peanut production. The USDA predicts a yield of
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The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (NSW DPIRD) is pleased to announce that Dr Sukhvinder Pal (SP) Singh has been awarded the prestigious Food Safety Award 2025 by the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST). read more

AgroFresh Solutions, a global leader in post-harvest quality and freshness solutions, has expanded its presence in the Asia-Pacific region to cater to the growing interest in FreshCloud. read more