TOVs as well as round tomatoes primarily originated from the Netherlands and Belgium, followed by Spain, with supplies from Morocco no longer playing a significant role according to BLE. The popular cherry tomatoes were mainly sourced from Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium. read more

Blueberries are a relatively new fruit in Azerbaijan, with the harvest season running from June to the end of July. Berry Blue was founded by Mehri Ahmadova and her husband five years ago, and they now cultivate blueberries on 21 hectares of open ground. "Our blueberry harvest in Azerbaijan is from read more

Ukranian farmers are currently experiencing a significant setback this spring due to exceptional weather conditions. According to reports from EastFruit, persistent nighttime frosts are expected to destroy almost half of the country's blueberry harvest. Some agricultural businesses are preparing for losses of up to 90%. read more

The strawberry campaign in Huelva, which represents over 90% of Spain's strawberry production, is now in its final phase with an average price higher than in previous campaigns. According to the latest report from the Price Observatory of the Junta de Andalucía, the total volume marketed so far is... read more

Angello, the snack-size sweet and seedless pepper developed by Syngenta Vegetable Seeds and marketed by Aprofruita under the Solarelli brand, will be featured at the Mantova Food&Science Festival with a "scientific" aperitif on May 18th at 5:30 pm at the Palazzo della. read more

Biesheuvel Knoflook has fresh garlic from Italy available for the fourth year in a row. According to Thijs Boersma, "Italian garlic serves as a great transition to the Dutch season starting in mid-June." The garlic from Italy comes in two sizes: 50+ mm and 60+ mm. read more

What makes the pear so special that it is so appealing to alien insects? This is the question we asked ourselves after reading the article by Massimo Bariselli (entomologist) and Riccardo Bugiani (phytopathologist) from the Plant Health Service of the Emilia-Romagna Region, in issue 15/2024. read more

The apple orchard of the future will be the protagonist of the Interpoma Award 2024, the prize organized by Fiera Bolzano in collaboration with the Faculty of Agricultural, Environmental and Food Sciences. read more

In the Scandinavian countries, few retailers and highly concentrated volumes require large suppliers and strong product chains. read more

After a period of stability, tomato prices in Morocco have recently witnessed a notable surge, reaching up to 14 dirhams per kilo in urban areas like Casablanca. As of May 8, 2024, the price range for tomatoes in Casablanca has expanded, with both the minimum and maximum prices rising significantly. read more

"We began harvesting on May 11th, which is 10 days earlier than last season. Currently, our volumes are limited, with about a dozen pallets being shipped to domestic and foreign markets every other day. As we progress towards the end of the month, quantities will increase, leading to more supplies." read more

The South African blueberry season is at the starting line. In the northern part of the country, harvesting has already begun and the first exports are expected in up to four weeks. read more

The Macfrut trade fair, where Assomela, the Association of Italian Apple Producers, presented itself with a collective stand featuring the three largest member OPs from Trentino-Alto Adige: VOG - Home of Apples, VIP (Val Venosta), and Melinda, was an opportunity to meet all the members and engage in networking. read more

A recent study has successfully developed a prototype of a more durable material that enhances the biodegradability of food packaging by partially substituting its bioplastic with cellulose fibers obtained from the branches and leaves of the avocado tree. While plastic enables safe packaging of food… read more

The Villari Group from Roccalumera (Me) continues its path of enhancing Sicilian lemon with the well-known Lumì brand, which conveys to the supply chain the tradition of a sustainable product that represents the history of a territory. Attilio Villari, Commercial Director of the Group, read more

Proven Winners ColorChoice is making a grand appearance at one of the most iconic locations in the world: Times Square. This well-known national shrub brand is illuminating the heart of New York City with its stunning digital billboard, situated at the intersection of 43rd Street and Broadway, just across from the Nasdaq. read more

Bostock Group Ltd, a New Zealand family-owned horticultural enterprise with a 40-year legacy, has agreed to transfer 240 hectares of orchards to Scales Corporation. This deal involves both the sale of land and the transfer of leases, representing a strategic move to unlock value while. read more

Sezon owoców pestkowych stopniowo nabiera tempa na hurtowym rynku w Zurychu. Hiszpańskie morele, brzoskwinie i nektarynki już krążą, a włoskie owoce pestkowe powinny pojawić się niedługo. „Pierwsze wczesne włoskie czereśnie również trafiają na rynek. Jednak ich barwienie jest...

The stone fruit season is gradually picking up pace at the Zurich wholesale market. Spanish apricots, peaches, and nectarines are already circulating, with Italian stone fruits expected to follow soon. "The first Italian early cherries are also hitting the market. However, their coloring is..." read more

This year, in Romagna, the asparagus campaign started earlier than in previous years, around March 20th. This is reported by IFNil producer Alberto Nanni, from the agricultural company Manni in Santarcangelo di Romagna (Rimini), a longstanding member of the Agribologna Consortium. read more

The Turkish cherry season appears to be much improved compared to the last two seasons, with less rainy weather, according to Alper Kerim, the owner of Turkish fruit exporter Demir Fresh Fruits. "We are in constant communication with our growers and have developed very close relationships with them during this period. read more