The associations of producers and exporters of banana in Latin America and the Caribbean, hope that, within the framework of the Fourth Global Conference of the World Banana Forum (WBF) that will take place in Rome between March 11 and 14, 2024: Retailers, within the framework of shared
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The hepatitis A virus is not often detected in fresh foods, but alerts are issued from time to time, mostly for its presence on molluscs and berries. Last October, Italy detected the presence of the virus in Spanish mussels; a few months earlier, in May, Germany issued an alert for its detection
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Maharashtra's Nashik district stands as a significant contributor to the state's grape exports, accounting for 80% of the total. During the November to April 2022-23 grape season, Nashik exported 127,000 tons of grapes. However, the region's grape production has been impacted by adverse weather… read more

At a time when climate change is testing Morocco, which is experiencing its sixth consecutive year of drought, and drying up the water table in the country's biggest vegetable-growing regions, it has become crucial to explore new production areas. It is in this context that the Ygrane
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The internet recently went viral over "Dry Fruit Jewellery," where a woman adorned herself with jewelry made from dried fruits and nuts for a baby shower, showcased in an Instagram video by @vasudhaa_makeover. This innovative fashion statement quickly turned from charming to controversial, as
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Both demand and supply have been on good levels for the fresh coconuts in India, says Sachin Beri, director for Indian fresh coconut exporter Vashini: "The market for the export of fresh coconuts has been rather good. We've seen steady demand and stable supply. We grow our coconuts in the south
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Around one million trays, or 3,600 tonnes of Zespri's berry-like RubyRedTM Kiwifruit are expected to be devoured this season. It is now available in most supermarkets and fruit and vegetables stores in New Zealand and will also be in markets throughout Asia Pacific including Japan, China, Taiwan
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The Agricultural and Fisheries Information Service issued a report on the state of greenhouse crops in Spain last week, highlighting the watermelon's fruit setting progress in Almeria's greenhouses. In this region, spring tomato plantations are in different stages of development. Producers have
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Everything is ready for the start of the 2024 production campaign of the Green Asparagus of Altedo PGI in Italy, recognized at the European level for its taste. The Consortium for the Protection of Green Asparagus of Altedo PGI, together with the imminent start of the harvesting campaign, will
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Conor, a company of the Agribologna Group, one of the top players in the selection and distribution of fresh fruit and vegetables for the catering industry, is recording a positive phase of strong growth with its business unit dedicated to the marine sector. Five years after its start-up, the B.U. - established in
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Retailers adopt the FairTrade methodology to calculate the fair price, which takes into account efforts for environmental sustainability and fair wages, so that the costs do not only fall on the producers. Banana producer and exporter associations call for this
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A large truck carrying Moldovan grapes was detained by joint efforts of border guards and Bryansk customs officers in the Zlynkovsky district. A total of 20 tons of berries were transported without phytosanitary certificates and other documents, the customs press service reported. The truck was… read more

Rambutan is predominately grown in the southeast and southwest regions of Vietnam, the production season runs from May to August. "The fruit grows best in temperatures between 22-35 degrees, which is not a problem in Vietnam; what is more important is the water," explains Ly Nguyen, Sales
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Local greenhouse cucumbers in Ukraine have seen a sharp drop in prices this week, EastFruitreports. Ukrainian greenhouse farms are now selling cucumbers for 85-130 UAH/kg ($2.23-3.41/kg), which is 15% lower than the previous week’s average. read more

Orange supplies out of Florida continue to be steady. "We're finishing grapefruit in a couple of weeks and tangerines as well this week, but we'll continue with oranges through July," says Doug Feek of Feek Family Citrus, who notes there's enough fruit available for demand. "I wouldn't say
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Anthony De Ieso is a 4th generation farmer, growing bunchline vegetables near Adelaide in South Australia. His great grandfather started growing veg back in 1945 on the family farm, Anthony's father then bought another property in 1994, which is where the family business, Thorndon Park Produce
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In the coming months, the apple from Soria could obtain the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) label, according to Gerardo Dueñas, the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Rural Development of La Junta. Dueñas stated they were working to obtain new quality labels for different
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In Chile, the Royal Gala apple season usually starts in February. This year, though, it was delayed by about ten days. "There's currently very high demand, including from South America and India. The volumes are lower than last year, but the apples' color is beautiful," says Silvia Piezzi, who
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Gasol is Semillas Fitó's latest innovation in the yellow bell pepper segment. This season, the variety has already showcased its potential and a strong performance in the field. Gasol features a high-quality fruit with a lemon-yellow color, productive and with good post-harvest performance.
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Would you taste a strawberry with the aroma of wild strawberries? I recommend you do so because the experience is absolutely satisfying; read more