The turnover in fresh fruit increased by 3.2% or 25.3 million US dollars, primarily due to a higher global volume of sales for bananas and pineapples, as well as an increase in global prices for pineapples, partially offset by lower global prices for bananas. read more

As QS reports, the insecticide can be used beyond the existing authorization for the control of the codling moth (Cydia pomonella L.) on pome fruit, based on Article 53 of Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009, according to the BVL. read more

Zespri™ wants to help consumers choose healthier foods and feel good and full of joy again. The holistic communication concept positions kiwis as delicious and healthy snack alternatives that are easy to incorporate into. read more

With a genome five times larger than a human's and 16 times that of a tomato, it takes 15 years to develop a new variety of the humble onion. Lennaert Aardse of Dutch seed supplier De Groot en Slot delves into the complexity of this seemingly simple bulb. read more

FAM STUMABO is introducing ScaliburTM, a more efficient potato slicer that offers improved cutting solutions. This innovative machine is equipped with dual rotation technology, where both the cutting head and the impeller rotate to provide a controlled and gentle cutting process. Previously, potatoes were... read more

Unia Europejska pozyskuje znaczącą część swoich importowanych śliwek z Republiki Mołdawii. Faktycznie, w 2023 roku mołdawskie śliwki stanowiły 25% rynku śliwek UE. Te dane zostały podkreślone przez Wicepremiera Dumitru Alaiba, Ministra Rozwoju Gospodarczego i Cyfryzacji. read more

Over a million trays of New Zealand kiwifruit, which were found to have a mice infestation on a ship, are scheduled for disposal. The problem was discovered during Zespri's first shipment to Europe for the season. Attempts were made to rescue the fruit, with 54 percent of the pallets inspected. Zespri's reaction was to take action to address the situation. read more

Etiquette expert William Hanson showcases the proper way to eat corn on the cob, avoiding the informal practice of eating it with hands. In his viral TikTok video, which has been viewed 3 million times, Hanson recommends holding the corn on a plate and cutting it neatly with a knife. He adds a touch of humor to the demonstration. read more

The Interfood Caspian Agro Azerbaijan fair, which will take place in Baku from 15th to 17th May, is increasingly becoming a benchmark for the food, fruit, and vegetable sector in the surrounding geographical area. "There are European companies participating," explains Omar Papi, CEO of the. read more

The persistent unfavorable weather conditions and the decreasing number of farmers have caused a notable shortage of the Kerr's Pink potato variety, a beloved choice in Cork and Kerry. As a result, many supermarkets and local grocers are experiencing stock shortages. Dan Horan, the owner of read more

Analysts from EastFruit have noted that Ukrainian strawberry growers have managed to raise their selling prices successfully this week. Market operators attribute this increase primarily to the unstable and limited supplies of the fruit, caused by worsening weather conditions in the region. read more

In 2023, a consortium of Dutch soft fruit businesses, the Dutch Enterprise Agency (RVO), and the Netherlands Embassy in Ankara launched a three-year initiative to enhance business relations between the Netherlands and Turkey in the strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry markets. read more

The European BiOrangePack Project, led by AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre, aims to enhance the logistics system in the citrus industry. It concentrates on creating active and environmentally-friendly packaging to protect and extend the shelf life of oranges and lemons. read more

The first nectarines of the 2024 season are already being harvested in the Spanish province of Badajoz, and similar to peaches and flat peaches, production volumes are expected to be normal. In less than a month, it will also be time to start with plums, which are Extremadura's most... read more

Według najnowszych danych opublikowanych przez hiszpańskie Ministerstwo Rolnictwa, cena źródłowa bananów z Wysp Kanaryjskich w 18. tygodniu wyniosła średnio 98 centów za kilogram, co przewyższa średnią z ostatnich 5 lat o 140%, oraz o 333% w porównaniu do 22,6 centów za kilogram zgłoszonych przez MAPA w tym samym tygodniu. read more

Since the beginning of the year, vegetables have never had a brilliant commercial phase, except for bell peppers. Blocked markets and low prices have not boosted sales. The causes are different: from the whims of the weather, to too high volumes, and also the entry of foreign goods. read more

The supply of lemons is currently in the typical transition period from the end of the San Joaquin Valley fruit to the peak production of Coastal fruit in California. According to Alex Teague from World, "So by June, we'll start seeing imports from Chile and Argentina. We are currently in the transitional period between May and June." read more

Kampania wiśniowa w Dolinie Jerte rozpoczęła się tydzień wcześniej niż zwykle, z doskonałym popytem i oczekiwaniem na odzyskanie strat po ubiegłorocznie skomplikowanym sezonie. W całej Europie występuje niewielkie zastoje w produkcji z powodu problemów pogodowych, ale spodziewa się, że wolumeny wzrosną w kolejnych tygodniach. read more

The Valencian company Euro Variety Agronomic Management (EVAM) is the exclusive licensee of the industrial property rights for the US Early Pride mandarin variety in the European Union, Morocco, Chile, Peru, and Turkey. EVAM has close connections to the citrus industry. Its director and partner is Vicente. read more

The European Commission proposed a major revision of the regulations governing plant reproductive material (PRM) in the European Union in July 2023. If adopted, this new legislation would directly affect seed potatoes, changing how they are produced, registered, and managed. read more