The Colombian banana industry is expecting a 5% increase in export volumes during 2024 despite a decrease in hectares planted. According to Dr. Emerson Aguirre Medina, president of the Colombian Banana Growers Association (Augura), "For this year, considering the rise in exports that." read more

13,825 workers hired abroad have arrived in the province of Huelva since January 19, 2024, to participate in the strawberry and berry campaign. Among them, there are 339 workers from Honduras, 62 from Ecuador, 508 from Colombia, and 12,916 from Morocco, with the latter group exclusively comprising women. read more

"The prices of French fry potatoes have been at a very acceptable level for weeks now. There's not much trading activity, but the availability of surplus potatoes is also limited," explains Wim van de Ree, the director of Nedato. "The prices for standard varieties are around 35 cents per pound, with specialty varieties like..." read more

In the first week of April, the Franconian vegetable farming company Ruff-Häring harvested the first radishes of the season from their polytunnels. "Compared to previous years, we are starting the season 1 to 1.5 weeks later, and so far, marketing at the wholesale market has been quite successful." read more

Between week 35 of 2023 and week 09 of 2024, Peru exported 562 tons of fresh grapes, generating revenues of $1,484 million. This represents an 11% decrease in volume but a 2% increase in value compared to the same period in the previous campaign (2022/2023), according to data from the Fluctuante market research company. read more

The onion harvest in New Zealand's North Island was completed at the end of March, and the South Island is expected to finish before the end of April. Simon Vale from Balle Bros stated, "We have experienced favorable weather across all regions of New Zealand. We have had plenty of sunshine, occasional rain." read more

Andaluśscy producenci cytrusów martwią się o wpływ importu pomarańczy z Egiptu. Konflikt między Izraelem a Gazą sprawił, że sytuacja się pogorszyła, ponieważ egipskie eksporty - które tradycyjnie były przeznaczone dla Chin, Turcji lub krajów arabskich - są teraz kierowane na rynki Unii Europejskiej. read more

W Wielkiej Brytanii banany są uznawane za produkty o znaczącej wartości odżywczej, zwłaszcza dla osób uprawiających bieganie. Spożycie średnio 10 kg na osobę rocznie czyni ten owoc wyjątkowym ze względu na wysoką wartość energetyczną, istotną dla rutyn przedtreningowych. Banany wyróżniają się swoją read more

Nations, where vitamin A deficiency is a prevalent issue. The researchers' success in cultivating high-beta-carotene eggplants under artificial lighting offers a promising solution to address malnutrition in these regions. read more

The Moroccan watermelon campaign is facing a significant decrease in volumes this year. Production has been restricted or completely prohibited in several regions of the country. For example, in the province of Tata, watermelon production has been suspended entirely. Moulay Ahmed Errahmani, a read more

Syngenta has launched "Enamorados de esta tierra" (In love with this land), a campaign focused on highlighting the quality of the peppers produced in Almería and the Region of. read more

Lokalne zachęty: Pomagając klientom podejmować zrównoważone zakupy Ahold Delhaize podał: „Program SuperPlus Delhaize oferuje 10% zniżki na świeże produkty - w tym owoce i warzywa, pieczywo, nabiał, mięso, ryby, wędliny, dania gotowe i produkty roślinne - z oceną Nutri-Score A lub. read more

AgroFresh Solutions, Inc., a global leader in post-harvest solutions for fresh produce, has announced that regulatory authorities in Japan have approved the use of 1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP), the active ingredient in SmartFresh, for broccoli and other important crops exported to Japan. This approval allows for the use of 1-MCP to help extend the shelf life and quality of these produce items during export. read more

Chilean cherries have gained popularity worldwide, but exports are also increasing for other types of fruits. Macfrut has evolved into a highly international event, and major Chilean companies consider it essential to participate in the exhibition in Rimini, Italy (8-10 May). Felipe Repetto, from the read more

The annual assembly of Fruitimprese, the 75th one of the National Association of Fruit and Vegetable Companies representing the main companies in the sector, is confirmed for Thursday, April 18 at Palazzo Montemartini in Rome, just a stone's throw away from Termini station. read more

Soon, the new Sicilian potatoes from Romagnoli F.lli will be available in modern distribution channels, marketed under the brand èVita. There are several varieties, appreciated for their delicate flavor. Satisfaction for the quality and volume of the first harvests in 2024. A supply chain in the area of. read more

Baise City in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region is one of the major mango-producing areas in China. After 40 years of development, it has become the "golden key" to prosperity for the people of Baise. In recent years, leveraging its advantages in mango cultivation areas, Baise has rapidly read more

The main trends and talking points in the UK tomato sector at the moment include:

1. Sustainable farming practices: There is a growing emphasis on sustainable farming methods, such as using renewable energy sources and reducing water usage in tomato production.

2. Brexit implications: The UK's exit from the EU has impacted the tomato sector, particularly in terms of trade agreements and access to labor for harvesting.

3. Demand for locally grown produce: Consumers are increasingly interested in buying locally grown tomatoes, leading to a rise in demand for UK-grown products.

4. Innovation in greenhouse technology: Advances in greenhouse technology are enabling year-round tomato production in the UK, meeting the demand for fresh tomatoes even in the off-season.

5. Food safety and traceability: There is a focus on ensuring the safety and traceability of tomatoes, with consumers becoming more conscious of where their food comes from.

6. Varied tomato varieties: The UK tomato sector is seeing an increase in the popularity of heirloom and specialty tomato varieties, catering to diverse consumer preferences.

These trends and talking points are shaping the current landscape of the tomato sector in the UK. read more

The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) has announced the resignation of its CEO, AJ Griesel, in a brief statement. Griesel joined the organization two years ago as a replacement for the previous CEO, Willem Bestbier, who retired. read more

Green Fruits, the second-degree Valencian citrus cooperative, experienced a nearly 12 per cent increase in sales to €55m in 2022/23, despite a decrease in volumes. The company achieved profits of €1.4m during this period. The cooperative attributed its strong performance to the synergies created through the integration of its members. read more