Spanish exports of fresh fruit and vegetables in 2023 fell by 6% in volume compared to the previous year, totalling 11.3 million tonnes, and grew by the same percentage in value, standing at 16,855 million euros, according to data from the Spanish Customs and Excise Department.
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Spanish farmers have been staging demonstrations, tractor pulls, roadblocks and protests all over Spain for two weeks now.

Spanish farmers have been staging demonstrations, tractor pulls, roadblocks and protests all over Spain for two weeks now. read more

Fico closed its doors for good last Sunday (18 February, ed.). But the structure is ready to be reborn as early as next April when it will take the name Grand Tour Italia. read more

The last season of the Pera de Jumilla PDO ended with 'acceptable' figures despite the heat episodes and heat burst there was shortly before the start of the harvest, which decreased production by 50% to 60%. According to the technical director of the Regulatory Council, Francisco José
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Although the cherry season is still a few months away, one exporter is already looking forward to new export opportunities in the Chinese market. Emirhan Şahinöz, head of export operations for Turkish cherry exporter Poleks, says they’ve recently invested in a new orchard to increase
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For Ulma Packaging, Fruit Logistica is an unmissable event. So, we met Maurizio Zioni, the company's general manager. "The Berlin trade fair is an unmissable event for the sector because you meet both existing and potential customers who, together with the
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Not all Turkish regions are currently in season when it comes to the strawberry export. According FreshPlaza, the area of Izmit is currently preparing for the new upcoming season in April. Amir Faltas, General Manager of Turkish strawberry exporter N.E. Farm says: “We grow our strawberries in
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There is absolutely no domestically-grown ginger available in South Africa, but with the new season fast approaching, Sunreaped, a subtropical fruit producer in Kiepersol and southern Mozambique, is thrilled to announce that their ginger crop is flourishing. read more

The growing worldwide demand for cherries forces packaging plants to process ever-increasing volumes. At the same time, they must maintain the high quality of their product. In this context, plant operators face numerous challenges in order to meet the demand and the

demands.
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Lebanese winegrowers are hoping to emerge from a difficult season last year, marked by adverse weather conditions that cost up to 40% of yields. Anna Maria El Saikali, co-owner and coordinator of El Saikali Farms, shares her insight on the Lebanese table grape industry. read more

Koppert has started marketing Rhyzobius lophanthae, a predatory coccinellid species that will help growers effectively control various types of diaspines in their crops. This species

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Yesterday (Monday 19 February, ed.) saw the Inauguration Ceremony of the Italian Pavilion at Gulfood 2024, the leading exhibition dedicated to the agrifood sector in the United Arab Emirates, scheduled from 19 to 23 February at the Dubai World Trade Centre and featuring the
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Brazil accounts for three-quarters of global orange juice exports, therefore orange juice availability in the country remains a key price driver across global markets. read more

The Common Agricultural Policy, the prospect of Ukraine's entry into the EU, but also the role of the agri-food industry in protecting health and promoting healthy lifestyles: these will be the main themes of the debate between Italian and European institutions,
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In a significant move towards sustainability within the fresh produce sector, Termotécnica showcased its FarmFresh packaging line at Fruit Logistica Berlin, underscoring the growing demand for post-use recycling. This initiative, part of Brazil's Pavilion, highlights Brazil's commitment to
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The supply of limes from Mexico looks to be uneven at the moment. Right now, approximately 70 percent of the limes are coming into the U.S. from Mexico. “Whether it’s weather-related or crop conditions, the supply is still pretty erratic out of Mexico,” says Alex Teague of World Groves. read more

A Nigerian father's unique Valentine's gift of vegetables to his wife, rather than traditional flowers, has captivated social media. The heartwarming moment was shared in a video where the father, upon returning home, is questioned by his daughter about his purchase. He reveals the vegetables
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The People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has established bilateral currency swap agreements with upwards of 40 foreign central banks or monetary authorities, a recent PBOC report unveils. Currently, 31 of these agreements are active, cumulatively amounting to approximately 4.16 trillion yuan (about
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Since 1934, the French city of Menton has celebrated the Fête du Citron, a festival dedicated to the citrus fruits that the town on the Côte d 'Azur has produced since time immemorial. From February 17 to March 3, lemon and orange will be the only protagonists of the festival, which in this
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Almond blossom and bees woken up early: these are some of the consequences of the 'fake' spring that Puglia is experiencing these days due to higher than average temperatures for the period. read more