At Warnez Potatoes, there is currently a gradual shift towards importing potatoes. Jurgen mentioned that "local sourcing is becoming more challenging. It's difficult to determine the availability of industrial potatoes, and ware potatoes are decreasing rapidly, so we are increasingly turning to imported options." read more

In week 14, sales of pre-packaged Lcc and fruit and vegetables drop by double digits, but the calendar plays a role due to Easter, which is why trends should be taken with caution. Among channels, all physical ones are losing, including discount stores. read more

The inaugural Fruit Attraction São Paulo event held in Brazil, which concluded yesterday, is being praised as a success by attendees who reported making new connections, forming new partnerships, re-engaging with potential customers, and strengthening existing collaborations, as well as catching up with friends. read more

Genesis Fresh, in partnership with its parent company AMFresh Group, is excited to announce the success of The Alizza Fruit™ Season 3, which has been awarded the prestigious Three-Star Superior Taste Award by the International Taste Institute. This summer, we are introducing limited volumes of the Alizza Fruit from South. read more

Senegalese mango exporters are preparing for the beginning of the season at the end of April. According to Bassirou Ba, the general manager of Sunu Mango, "conditions for the Senegalese mango campaign have improved this year, especially in terms of the country's security situation, departing from the... read more

"It's a fantastic pear season, but whether we'll reach last season's final months' prices remains a big question," starts Dominiek Noppe from Vergro. This Belgian trading company is reflecting on a successful winter and believes this trend could continue into the final months. Throughout the season, the pear market has been strong. read more

The trend to follow for spring/summer 2024? It's the one of "fruit-themed" outfits, like the one Elisabetta Gregoraci is wearing on her social media profiles, as reported by the fanpage.it website. read more

In the small fruits segment, blueberries are currently playing a leading role. For the Apofruit Group and Coop Sole, the surfaces dedicated to blueberries represent 70% of the total. They are expected to continue growing, considering the new investments planned and the excellent results achieved. read more

The week was marked by slow business activity. According to the BLE (Bureau of Agricultural Economics), domestic apple varieties such as Elstar, Jonagold, and Braeburn continued to be predominant. From Italy, Pink Lady and Golden Delicious were the main varieties available, while France primarily supplied club varieties like Jazz and Pink Lady. read more

W Illinois, specialty growers are actively engaging in spring preparations. Tony Pferschy from Garlic Breath Farms in the northern region reports the commencement of planting 70,000 garlic bulbs and managing 5,000 to 10,000 plants, including peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes, within his. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries is showcasing its new drink-inspired varieties with a sneak peek of Echinacea DELIGHTFUL™ 'Sangria' and the popular Heuchera 'Peach Smoothie'. Echinacea DELIGHTFUL 'Sangria' is a dwarf echinacea specially bred for the potted plant market, known for its low growth habit. read more

This year, the Dutch breeder Dümmen Orange presented their rose innovations at their site on Bogota's savannah, located at the Flores Prisma farm in Colombia, from April 10 to 12. Varieties such as Sweet Memory+, Sundae+, Swan+, and Violet Hill+ were the highlights of the event, showcased in a vibrant display. read more

Jak prognozowali analitycy EastFruit przed rozpoczęciem ostatniego sezonu jabłek, ceny świeżych jabłek pozostawały stosunkowo wysokie do teraz. W Ukrainie ceny jabłek są naprawdę wysokie, ale nie osiągnęły jeszcze rekordowego poziomu. Niemniej jednak, do końca sezonu pozostało jeszcze ponad trzy miesiące, więc. read more

Horizon has launched a new plant dedicated entirely to the global production of organic and ecological fertilizers, biostimulants, and bionutrients for bio agriculture. The

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Vidalia, GA: Danny Ray from Ray Farms Inc. in Glennville, GA, informed us on April 17th that their family's Vidalia onion season is beginning well. "We are very busy right from the start," Danny said. "The quality of the onions looks excellent, and our customers are excited to start the new season with us. Thank you." read more

As the winter chill in the Northern Hemisphere subsides, it's also time to transition to sourcing oranges from suppliers in the Southern Hemisphere. Spain, the main citrus-producing country, reportedly had a successful season with prices now decreasing towards the end. However, their supply is expected to last a bit longer. read more

The Apofruit Group, including Apofruit Italia, Mediterraneo Group, and Canova S.r.l., returns to Macfrut 2024 with a focus on innovation. read more

Ukrainian vegetable growers are actively exploring storage solutions, as the absence of proper storage facilities in autumn could force them to sell their produce at rock-bottom prices. The most popular vegetables for storage are those commonly used in borscht. Oles Kapitanchuk, the manager of read more

16th of April saw the inauguration of Chiquita's largest European ripening facility at the GI.MA.TRANS logistics center in Cortenuova, in the province of Bergamo, Italy. The event was graced by the presence of the Provincial Councilor, Massimo Cocchi, as well as the company's industrial partners and customers. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries is showcasing its new drink-inspired varieties, including a preview of the Echinacea DELIGHTFUL™ 'Sangria' and the top-of-the-line Heuchera 'Peach Smoothie' variety. The Echinacea DELIGHTFUL 'Sangria' is specifically bred for the potted plant market and is a compact echinacea with a low-growing habit. read more