The apple harvest in New Zealand has ended earlier than expected, resulting in a smaller crop and potentially reduced availability. According to New Zealand Apples and Pears, the exportable crop is 11% lower than initial estimates, with only 18.9 million tray carton equivalents (TCE). read more

The International Pear Congress is scheduled to take place on June 26 and 27, 2024, in Óbidos, Portugal. With only two weeks remaining until the event starts, organizers are finalizing every detail to welcome participants and ensure a highly interesting experience. Registration will close on Monday, the 17th. read more

Egyptian onion producers and exporters were anticipating a successful season after the export ban was lifted in early April. However, they have been disappointed as the demand has not materialized, as reported by Mohamad Hassan, Export Sales Manager at Al Gamal. Hassan stated: "Following last year's read more

The cherry campaign in Coniglio di Adelfia, located in the Bari province, started two weeks earlier than usual, similar to other areas in Italy. However, this early start did not lead to satisfactory results as the market was not prepared to receive the produce. Despite good quantities this year, the campaign will end this week. read more

Mid-May marked the beginning of the peak season at the Belgian hospitality wholesaler Square Melon. Pasquino De Vuyst of Square Melon and De Vuyst wholesalers said, "For us, the transition was not focused on Spanish stone fruit, but rather on the Belgian assortment that was introduced to the market." read more

When it comes to Michigan's u-pick offerings, apples, berries, pumpkins, and Christmas trees are commonly thought of. However, there is a new u-pick experience that has been gaining popularity across the state: u-pick flowers. Jeremy Jubenville, from the Michigan State University Extension's floriculture department, states that... read more

The avocado grower and exporter Grupo Bonella, located in São Paulo, Brazil, is eager to continue cultivating their exclusive Bonella avocado variety, which they claim is becoming increasingly popular compared to the well-known Hass variety. "The price of the Bonella avocado is very similar to the Hass variety. We are still in the early stages of our work." read more

Over the past five years, Egypt has greatly increased its exports of vegetables and fruits to Poland, almost doubling the volume according to reports from EastFruit. By the end of 2023, Egypt rose to the ninth position in the supplier rankings for these commodities in the Polish market, a significant achievement. read more

The New Jersey blueberry harvest is beginning. Tim Haines of Haines Berry Farm in Pemberton Township, New Jersey, says, "We're just getting started now but some of the areas south of here have been going for a week." This marks a slightly earlier start to the season by a week. read more

Ważnym krokiem dla sektora eksportu świeżych owoców Indii było ułatwienie przez Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), działającego pod patronatem Ministerstwa Handlu i Przemysłu, udanego eksportu pierwszej partii ananasów odmiany MD 2 do Zjednoczonych Emiratów Arabskich. read more

As gardeners across the country incorporate Black Diamond® Crape Myrtles into their landscapes or Hollywood Hibiscus® into containers this summer, the company behind these brands is quietly supporting community organizations in its local area, boosting their bottom line. J. Berry Nursery founder Jim Berry believes that read more

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"It is expected that Turkey will produce approximately 6.5 million metric tons (MMT) of citrus in MY 2023/24, 39 percent more than the previous season. However, yield increases have brought concurrent marketing and consumption issues. Due to the low profitability many farmers face, citrus fruits..."

Oczekuje się, że Turcja wyprodukuje około 6,5 miliona metrycznych ton cytrusów w sezonie MY 2023/24, co stanowi wzrost o 39 procent w porównaniu z poprzednim sezonem. Jednak wzrost plonów przyniósł równoczesne problemy z marketingiem i konsumpcją. Ze względu na niską rentowność, z którą boryka się wielu rolników, owoce cytrusowe... read more

In Portugal, a new decree on simplified food labeling has come into effect, replacing the previous text which was deemed flawed in the way it evaluated the nutritional profiles of products. This concerns the Nutriscore tables, which use a labeling system. read more

An online florist has introduced a heartwarming Father's Day bouquet created by children. On Sunday, June 16th, numerous dads, grandfathers, uncles, step-dads, and other fatherly figures will wake up to a day dedicated to celebrating and honoring them. They may be treated to a freshly cooked full English breakfast. read more

After at least three years of production difficulties, the Consortium for the Protection and Valorisation of Romagna PGI Peaches and Nectarines will officially launch the commercial campaign on June 27, 2024, with a launch event at the Maritime Museum in Cesenatico at 10am. The 2024 campaign is set to begin. read more

The availability of papayas is somewhat limited, but not scarce. There is not an excess of fruit due to cool weather in Mexico two to three months ago, which led to many papayas having marks or spots. As a result, a significant amount of fruit is being discarded as it does not meet export quality standards. read more

Traditionally, melon sales are often influenced by the thermometer, making this year particularly tough. "Sales and prices are determined by the weather, and due to the cold, wet, and windy spring we've had, the melon market is quite disappointing. With temperatures ranging from 15 to 18 degrees, it's simply not possible to achieve... read more

Belgian pear growers are currently facing major challenges in the fruit growing season. They have had to deal with frost and severe hailstorms earlier in the season, and are now grappling with a significant problem of the bacterial disease pseudomonas, as reported by FreshPlaza. Belgian TVL has already covered this issue. read more

One ton of peaches and nectarines, good for consumption but destined for disposal, saved in one month. This is the result achieved by Op Agritalia, a table grape producer organization based in Barletta, which reinforces its commitment to fighting food waste by entering the marketplace. read more

Named Group - the Italian hub of natural health - acquires LIFe Italian Fermented Laboratory - the Italian company pioneering in the production of organically fermented vegetables - confirming itself as a solid tradition ready to embrace health trends. read more