The early garlic harvest has started a couple of weeks ago in various Italian production areas, and we have decided to gather the first impressions of the main national operators. The prospects, in general, are good, as the remaining product from the previous year's harvest read more

The plant-based cheese offering continues to expand. Erbochicco, a reference of the Verys line, is the vegetable alternative to blue cheese. A market that is growing at a double-digit rate. read more

A recent Rabobank report reveals a change in the global avocado market, predicting a rise in both production and trade. As the industry prepares for expansion, Latin America remains the leading exporter, with the U.S. remaining the main importer. Despite a fragmented... read more

During their March board meeting, the Michigan Apple Committee board approved funding for industry research projects scheduled to take place throughout 2024. This funding is in line with MAC's dedication to supporting apple growers in Michigan. Diane Smith, MAC's executive director, elaborated, read more

From the most continental to Mediterranean climates, the availability of blueberries from Molari Berries&Breeding has expanded thanks to collaborations with top partners globally and the establishment of the Naike Blueberry Club. Monia Dall'Ara and Alessandro Gualandi. read more

The price of peaches in the EU in week 22 was €181 per 100 kg. In Italy, the price was €110 per 100 kg, just €5.00 above the 5-year average. Peach and nectarine production in the EU totaled 3,556,000 tons in 2023, with Spain contributing 1,396,000 tons, and Italy exporting 1,034,000 tons. read more

Global Plant Genetics (GPG) has provided an update on this year's European asparagus crop, describing it as a season marked by "changing fortunes". read more

On September 23rd and 24th, such an event is on the agenda. The German Fruit & Vegetable Congress 2024 will open its doors in Düsseldorf. Participants can expect impulses, inspiration, insights, and of course, high-quality networking with decision-makers from all levels of the trade. read more

Fruitnet can reveal that Chiquita Brands International plans to appeal a US federal court decision requiring the company to pay $38.3 million to the families of eight victims of a Colombian paramilitary group. read more

The goal is to consolidate forces, unite synergies, and increase competitiveness in order to solidify Janus as the leading Valencian company in the production of plant-based avocado spread. read more

When it comes to consumption, it is said that they have taken the lead worldwide - and as true trendsetters, they have even coined their name. So, kohlrabi is called kohlrabi in English, Bulgarian, Dutch, Russian, Japanese, and. read more

According to unanimous media reports, the sum is intended to go to the families of eight Colombian men who were killed by the United Self-Defense Forces of Colombia (AUC). The fruit company, according to the court, knowingly financed the paramilitary AUC. read more

Asda and its supplier Stewarts of Tayside are expecting to sell over 5.3 million locally produced strawberries across Scotland ahead of the upcoming Wimbledon fortnight. read more

Desmond Jas from Olympic Fruit is discussing with Chris White how the Netherlands-based specialized importer of table grapes and citrus fruits is changing its business strategy. read more

As of now, fruit tree owners can register their trees and bushes for the harvest project at the Center for Nutrition and Household Management of Lower Saxony (ZEHN) and share their excess fruit with others, ZEHN announced. read more

The small town of Vignola is known beyond national borders for its cherries. However, recent rainfall has partially blocked access to properties, and there is a risk of early varieties cracking due to excessive water. read more

Zespri has announced the first three pilots from its innovation fund, Zag. These pilots will focus on the color of RubyRed kiwifruit, the tracking of kiwifruit bins, and the use of biochar on kiwifruit orchards. read more

Zespri has announced the first three pilots from its innovation fund, Zag. These pilots will focus on the color of RubyRed kiwifruit, tracking kiwifruit bins, and utilizing biochar on kiwifruit orchards. read more

Berry grower-supplier Agrovision has announced that it has signed an agreement with US-based RipeLocker. read more

With five projects selected for the final phase, the Danila Bragantini Award, the innovation oscar promoted for the sixth consecutive year by the National Association of Women in the Fruit and Vegetable Sector, aims to give voice to female entrepreneurship in the industry. The 2024 edition. read more