Foodbank SA & NT distributed over two million kilograms of fresh fruit and vegetables, valued at more than $12 million, to those in need during the last financial year. This record amount was made possible thanks to the partnership between Foodbank SA & NT and the South... read more

Exportadora Los Olmos, a company that exports table grapes, cherries, kiwis, apples, sugar plums, and pears from Chile, is looking to increase their exports to the Asian market. Luis Ahumada, Director of Grupo Los Olmos, stated, "We are prepared to make a significant impact at the upcoming Fruit Logistica trade show in Hong Kong." read more

The estimates are based on a survey conducted among 200 fruit-growing farms in all Belgian provinces. Together, they forecast that 133 million kg of apples will be produced this season. This represents a decrease of 34% compared to the five-year average. read more

This, together with their spicy taste, makes them a popular ingredient in soups, sauces, and salads. A large part of the onions comes from Lower Saxony, where the harvest is starting these days. How it turns out remains exciting, as some areas regionally have had issues due to the rainy weather this year. read more

Popyt na brytyjskie borówki gwałtownie rośnie, co skutkuje zwiększeniem produkcji przez plantatorów. read more

Despite these weather-related challenges, the Argentine Blueberry Committee (ABC) expects a normal season with production levels expected to be similar to those of 2022-23, reports freshfruitportal. read more

In practical test series, the Bavarian State Institute for Viticulture and Horticulture (LWG) evaluates current technology at the vegetable cultivation test farm in Bamberg. The goal is to provide commercial growers with reliable recommendations for the use of technology in order to prevent yield losses. read more

The ban, as reported by reefertrends, has already led to income losses among South African farmers as demand has decreased. Botswana's President Dr. Mokgweetsi Masisi has defended the decision, stating that the import ban on vegetables is a read more

Reefertrends reports this, citing the retailer Tesco. According to them, the demand for blueberries increased by 27% last year. This surge in popularity is attributed to the growing awareness of the fruit's health benefits. Blueberries are rich in... read more

The heat in July has affected the yields of some crops, according to analysts. In particular, vegetable and potato harvests are expected to be smaller than last year. The NBU lowered its estimate for the vegetable harvest from 8.5 million tonnes to 7.9 million tonnes. The situation remains unchanged for the. read more

This is shown by the latest estimate from the Statistical Service of the French Ministry of Agriculture (Agreste). According to this, the total production for 2024 is estimated at 280,500 tons of melons; that would be 10% less than in 2023. However, the average of the past five years would still be about read more

In Switzerland, artichoke production is a small niche. According to the Agricultural Information Service (LID), Swiss artichokes are in season from July to October. read more

As QS informs with reference to the BVL, the partial revocation also applies to corresponding applications of the Carneol distribution expansion (permit no.: 006899-60). read more

This year, guests of the DOGK have the choice between two excursions: One to Limgroup BV, Horst, where asparagus and strawberries are important seasonal products. In Horst, they will learn about the important aspects of breeding and how long it takes for a new variety to reach the market. read more

To celebrate the new Peruvian blueberry season, Chinese importer Shanghai Junli and US producer and marketer North Bay Produce Produce held a joint season launch ceremony at the Huizhan Market in Shanghai on 6 August. During the event, the first container of North Bay Produce-branded Peruvian
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To celebrate the new Peruvian blueberry season, Chinese importer Shanghai Junli and US producer and marketer North Bay Produce Produce held a joint season launch ceremony at the Huizhan Market in Shanghai on 6 August. During the event, the first container of North Bay Produce-branded Peruvian
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A new high-yielding, disease-resistant and sweet-flavoured strawberry has hit Australian retail shelves after more than five years of development by growers and plant breeding experts.  read more

W ostatniej aktualizacji eksport świeżych winogron z Mołdawii do Unii Europejskiej odnotował znaczny wzrost, więcej niż podwajając swoją objętość w ciągu siedmiu miesięcy w 2024 roku w porównaniu do odpowiadającego okresu w 2023 roku. Konkretnie ilość wzrosła z 5,015 do 12,527 ton. read more

Nutritional profile of melon

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The harvest of Williams pears in Mantua started at the beginning of August, about ten days earlier than usual, and will be sold by La Grande Bellezza Italiana at the end of August under the 'Pera di Mantova IGP' brand. "We are dedicated to promoting the finest Italian fruits and vegetables and we read more