The global Kissabel project, the red-fleshed apple, also grows in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly in Australia, Chile, and South Africa. Partners of the Ifored program, dedicated to its development, include Montague (Australia), Unifrutti (Chile), Moño Azul (Argentina), Dutoit (South Africa), and Yummy. read more

The ongoing impact of climate change is increasingly affecting rural areas and leading to a higher proportion of category II garlic in France. In response, the French Interprofessional Garlic Association is encouraging the food industry to utilize dehydrated garlic purées and garlic sourced from France. read more

José Antonio García, president of the Lemon and Grapefruit Interprofessional Association in Spain (Ailimpo), and Justin Chadwick, from the South African producers' association, were the presidents

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The global Kissabel project, the red-fleshed apple, also grows in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly in Australia, Chile, and South Africa. The partners of the Ifored program dedicated to its development include Montague (Australia), Unifrutti (Chile), Moño Azul (Argentina), Dutoit (South Africa), and Yummy. read more

In this fresh seminar offered by the educational platform of DFHV, participants will receive fundamental information to quickly and efficiently assess the articles based on legal requirements and customer specifications. read more

During the second day of Fruit Logistica in Berlin, a discussion was held advocating for airfreighted fresh produce in the context of achieving net zero emissions. read more

Made in Nature, the project dedicated to organic fruits and vegetables by Cso Italy and funded by the European Union, will be on stage at Macfrut 2024 for the third time (Cso Bio-Made in Nature, B1-115). It will also be featured by LifeGate. Participating companies include Brio, Canova, Ceradini, Conserve Italia Orogel. read more

Happy Chop - Tearless Onions have returned to Woolworths stores in May 2024 following a successful trial in New South Wales and Victoria last year. read more

Spotlight on the new exotic fruit line. With a completely revamped stand, Dole Italy is ready to welcome visitors at Macfrut (Hall B3, stand 75). read more

"The data confirms it: what most distinguishes the varietal appearance of Nunhems watermelon is its organoleptic quality. We have seen that this is precisely what has allowed a strong penetration into all the markets where the seedless midi has arrived." Matteo Bano, account manager read more

WAPA, the World Apple and Pear Association, released the apple and pear stock figures for April 1, 2024. The data reveals that in Europe, apple stocks increased by 0.3% compared to 2023, reaching -674,616 tons, while pear stocks saw a significant increase of 16.3% to reach 135,589 tons. In the USA, apple stocks... read more

The peach and nectarine campaign is starting, initially with Spanish production. The red spring onion production from Calabria is also starting. Low temperatures are slowing down the demand for melons. The production of strawberries from Basilicata is about to finish, and the first ones are on their way. read more

Made in Nature, the project dedicated to organic fruits and vegetables by Cso Italy and financed by the European Union, will be on stage at Macfrut 2024 for the third time (Cso Bio-Made in Nature, B1-115). The project will also be covered by LifeGate. Participating companies include Brio, Canova, Ceradini, Conserve Italia Orogel, and others. read more

"The data confirms it: what mainly distinguishes the varietal aspect of Nunhems watermelon is the organoleptic quality. We have seen that this is precisely what has allowed a strong penetration into all markets where the seedless midi has arrived." Matteo Bano, account manager read more

The peach and nectarine campaign is starting, initially with Spanish production. Also starting is the production of red spring onions from Calabria. Low temperatures are slowing down the growth in demand for melons. The production of strawberries from Basilicata is about to end, and the first ones are on their way. read more

The depreciation of the yen to near-historic lows in recent months has caused a rise in the cost of imported fruits in the first quarter of 2024, as stated by an analysis of data from Japan's Ministry of Finance. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, ceny nowych cebul w Uzbekistanie i Tadżykistanie są szokująco niskie dla lokalnych producentów warzyw. Dla kiedyś drogiego wczesnego zbioru warzyw, hurtownicy płacą znikomą cenę 10-12 centów amerykańskich za kilogram. I to za wysokiej jakości, przebrane i spakowane produkty. Rolnicy read more

Thirty or so members scattered between Puglia, Calabria, and especially Basilicata (the core of the production territories), with a few members in Abruzzo for the commercialization of fennel, the flagship product. From advertising on Rai to presence at Fruit Logistica, Primo Sole is... read more

EastFruit reports a notable increase in global ginger prices in the past month, leading to a surge in demand for this formerly exotic, now regionally popular ingredient. In Eastern Europe, ginger has become a key element in the growing tea culture and has also expanded its use in culinary applications. read more

Spotlight on the Alegra Group (Alegra, Brio, and Valfrutta Fresco) which will present at Macfrut (Hall D3, booth 115) the products of the upcoming summer campaign and a series of innovative proposals, from the first range to high-service content solutions. Nectarines and cherries in the foreground. read more