Potatoes New Zealand has received a strong mandate from potato growers to represent them in the upcoming six-year potato levy cycle. The Declaration of Result was issued by the independent Returning Officer, Warwick Lampp, of Electionz.com. Among the voters, 94.74% of growers supported the... read more

François Moran from Tropibana, an import company at Rungis, stated that the pineapple market is currently facing challenges with limited supply and varying quality. This unfavorable situation is a result of climatic issues in production, which have hindered growth. read more

With the latest edition of Think Fresh (click here to learn more), we have attempted to encourage the fruit and vegetable supply chain to rethink their market approach by proposing a redefinition of the 4 Ps of the Marketing Mix that places greater emphasis on key points of the chain. read more

A Cornish garden nursery will be celebrating its 40th birthday in style this week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The team from Burncoose Nurseries in Gwennap, Cornwall, has had a successful history at Chelsea, having amassed 27 prestigious gold medals since 1984. They have only missed one show, in 2021. read more

The United States Department of Agriculture has identified Laurel Wilt as a major threat to the laurel family of trees, including avocados, caused by the symbiotic fungus of the redbay ambrosia beetle. This disease has resulted in the loss of hundreds of millions of trees in the southeastern U.S.,... read more

Awocados from Mexico are still in low demand with slow sales. Shippers are optimistic about an increase in activity next week due to Memorial Day advertisements. There is expected to be a slight decrease in avocado movement from Mexico through Texas. Overall, trading is currently slow. read more

In week 18, the weight-imposed fruit and vegetable sector grew more in sales volume than the Lcc (low-cost carrier) in terms of value, despite some deflation. In terms of channels, the discount sector continues its solitary race, with only supermarkets keeping up with the pace. read more

After implementing a ban on the import of specific fresh produce in January 2022, Botswana is now planning to broaden its range of restricted fruits and vegetables. The initial prohibition included 19 horticultural items like potatoes, tomatoes, carrots, onions, and watermelon, with the goal of supporting local... read more

Być delikatnym to bardzo ważna cecha dla wag, a 6+6 Rotopack to ultradelikatna waga z ławką pakującą od REV Packaging Solutions, która jest dostępna po swojej prezentacji na targach Fruit Logistica. To bardzo wszechstronna technologia, która dostosowuje się do wszystkich rodzajów owoców. read more

In week 19, the average wholesale price of European bananas was €102 per 100 kgs in Spain. The average wholesale prices of bananas from Latin America were €121/100 kgs in Austria, €96/100 kgs in Belgium, €123/100 kgs in Italy, and €113/100 kgs in France. read more

The "Technical Day: what future for kiwi?" organized by the Actinidia Working Group of the Italian Society of Horticulture and Floriculture will take place in Manta (CN), Piedmont, on May 24th. The event is coordinated by Cristos Xiloyannis in collaboration with Bartolomeo Dichio. read more

The National Agriculture and Food Research Organization (NARO) has analyzed the scent components emitted from lisianthus flowers. Various components responsible for the herbal and sweet scents, among others, were identified through the analysis. This research result represents the world's first report on this topic. read more

Food fraud related to the geographical origin of hazelnuts intended for consumption is a significant issue that harms the agricultural and food sector, leading to economic losses and consumer mistrust. With a global production of approximately 590,000 tonnes per year, prices of hazelnuts vary significantly based on their origin, making them a target for fraudulent activities. read more

Zimbabwe, known as a significant blueberry producer in the southern African region, is looking into opportunities to enter the Chinese market, branching out from its usual export destinations in the European Union and the United Kingdom. In Marondera, located approximately 80 kilometers east of... read more

At La Borsa della Spesa, the service provided by BMTI and Italmercati Rete d’Imprese, in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit, the first typically summer products are arriving, despite the bad weather that has affected some production areas in our country in recent days causing some. read more

SanLucar - a leading international company in the production and marketing of premium quality fruits and vegetables - has acquired over the years the rights to cultivate and market numerous special varieties of different plant species. read more

Fruit growers in Vermont are hoping for a comeback this summer after a harsh frost on May 17-18 last year devastated fruit blossoms and harmed vines throughout the state, resulting in a disaster declaration from the USDA. In the Upper Valley, growers were expecting a 95% crop loss. Kim read more

"The export of pomegranates is booming in India," says Sumit Bhujbal, Business Development Manager of Indian fresh produce exporter Shubham Enterprises. "The famous Bhagwa variety of Indian pomegranate is gaining demand globally. The United Arab Emirates, Bangladesh, Nepal, Netherlands, and Saudi Arabia are some of the key importing countries." read more

For the last 60 years, David Austin Roses has been naming new varieties after historical British figures every year – from Queen Elizabeth II to Emily Brontë. This year, a rose has been named after Emma Bridgewater – a designer whose iconic mugs and teapots have become a hallmark of the modern country. read more

The most recent tender round for SunGold kiwifruit licenses in New Zealand has just ended, showing a significant drop in auction values compared to the previous year. This year's auction included 153 hectares for growers looking to switch from Green to SunGold with a restricted license, in addition to 104... read more