Imports of fresh apples into India have increased by over 70 per cent in the first nine months of the marketing year (MY) 2023/24 (July 2023-June 2024) compared to the same period last year. According to a report from the USDA, imports are forecasted to reach a record 510,000 tonnes. read more

Producion forecasts for tangerines/mandarins, oranges, lemons, and orange juice have not changed since the Annual Citrus Report of December 20, 2023. The citrus industry attributes two consecutive seasons of low production to increased temperatures and drought. The extreme heat during summer read more

Jameela, a new avocado brand meaning 'beautiful' in Arabic, has recently been introduced to the market by Premier Foods Wholesale. "We are sourcing avocados from Peru, ensuring that only premium, class 1 avocados are included in the Jameela boxes," stated Graham Povey from Premier Foods. read more

The hall was packed at the event on fennel and brassicas organized by Bayer Crop Science in Sestu (CA) on June 11th to present the latest innovations in vegetable seeds and defense. An important opportunity for all stakeholders in the supply chain, including nurserymen, producers, and. read more

The ninth edition of the International Congress of Red Fruits, in which over 1,700 people participated, has concluded with a session that highlighted the innovative role,

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FEPEX highlighted at the meeting the need to improve market crisis management measures, suggesting that, in stone fruit, transformation with payment in kind is the only effective measure provided for in the Common Market Organization

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As reported by EastFruit experts, the fruit and vegetable industry in Uzbekistan faced an unexpected challenge in May 2024 with the introduction of minimum export prices for fresh produce. This change significantly impacted the conditions and opportunities for exporting vegetables and fruits from the country. read more

Over the course of eleven years, the European Union and KeyPlex have collaborated on research conducted at the University of Torino in Italy to identify the causes of fruit drop in citrus crops. The study has revealed that Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, along with other fungal pathogens, plays a significant role in this phenomenon. read more

Freshly harvested Cornish New Potatoes will be available in Tesco stores and online starting from June 24, delighting shoppers across the UK. Cornish New Potatoes are among the first new potatoes of the summer on the UK mainland. Thanks to the mild maritime climate, Cornish farmers are able to plant their potatoes early. read more

The early harvesting of red onions from Acquaviva delle Fonti has begun, and feedback is positive. "There is almost no waste, and the average weight is 700g. The season is looking promising from both a production and commercial standpoint. We have been harvesting around 10 tons per day since June." read more

McDonald's Korea, a subsidiary of McDonald's Corp., has announced a temporary halt in the sale of French fries due to an "unexpected issue within our supply chain" related to "substandard" frozen potatoes. The company has apologized for any inconvenience caused and has pledged to... read more

The grape contact group noted as one of the main problems in production the gradual disappearance of phytosanitary products and active substances, which hinder proper pest management and control, as has also been evidenced in other groups. read more

SPAR Kosova celebrates its five-year anniversary of developing the renowned brand. Since entering Kosovo in 2019, the licensed SPAR organization has established itself in the market, currently operating 9 company-owned stores nationwide. read more

The campaign of the Sicilian yellow melon is one of the most anticipated of the summer season: a product that increases its market share year after year. Unfortunately, the current season with the product grown under greenhouse conditions has been lackluster due to the weather. Now, with the first harvests of melon... read more

Według EastFruit, Egipt znacząco zwiększył swoje eksport cytrusów do Brazylii w pierwszych miesiącach tego roku. Warto zauważyć, że egipskie cytrusy pojawiły się na brazylijskim rynku dopiero w 2020 roku, ale od tego czasu dostawy szybko rosły. read more

The Melinda Dolcevita campaign, in support of the new variety of apple characterized by floral notes and high brix level that makes it an alternative to dessert, triumphs at the Promotion Awards 2023-24 in the Field Marketing category. read more

The Junta de Andalucía published a report on the state of greenhouse crops in Andalusia during the week of June 10-16, focusing on activities in the provinces of Almeria, Granada, and Huelva. In Almeria, most greenhouses are finishing their harvests and many are carrying out cleaning and maintenance. read more

In week 23, the sales volumes of pre-packaged fruit and vegetables increase, but deflation causes a negative impact on sales value. On the other hand, sales in the large-scale retail channel remain stable. Among the distribution channels, the discount channel continues to outperform all others and, in terms of price variation, it is the one that. read more

LGS Specialty Sales, an importer of citrus, avocados, grapes, and persimmons, is now offering retailers South African Star Ruby Grapefruit ahead of schedule. The company's volumes of early summer Star Ruby grapefruit are now available for shipment out of New Jersey. Star Ruby grapefruit are now read more

"The first herring of the season traditionally causes the demand for chopped onions to go through the roof. 'At Flag Day, we can go full throttle; our machine will be running 24 hours a day,' says Raymond Mahieu. 'The period for herring is a bit shorter than before, though. Previously, it was." read more