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

Grape exports continue to increase. In the first three months of the 2023-2024 campaign (October-December), exports amounted to US$1.058 billion, i.e. 40% more than the US$753,689,000 achieved in the same period of the 2022-2023 campaign, according to the Peruvian Association of Exporters (ADEX). read more

The Valencian company Cartonajes Gamoy, a leader in the integral cycle of corrugated, manufacturing and distribution of corrugated packaging, takes another step forward in its 2024-2026 strategic plan with the launch of a new

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The Estrella variety pumpkin, one of the latest additions to the Sakata range of Líder Villaconejos, has been awarded the Flavor of the Year 2024 award. read more

The year 2024 does not open in the best way for the fruit and vegetable department of the large-scale retail trade. Volumes are in sharp decline and inflation increases by almost 4 points compared to the close of 2023. At the level of macro-categories, fruit is most responsible for the debacle, while for vegetables we
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You will remember that we left off yesterday wondering why a Golden apple from the Val di Non, and a PDO apple at that, is paid in the region of 65 cents to the producer and has to cost at least two euros in a supermarket when consumed (click here to read more). read more

Agrovision, one of the world’s fastest growing producers and year-round suppliers of premium superfruits and the only large-scale berry company to claim 100% vertical integration, today announced that it has signed an agreement with the Longhua Residents Committee, Midu County, to introduce
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According to preliminary unaudited figures, Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) recorded a drop in its Group revenue of 8.3 percent to € 1,447 million in the 2023 financial year (previous year: € 1,578 million). The Group operating result (EBIT) came to € 109 million, thus falling below
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A legal assessment published on 15 February shows that the special rules for plastic packaging and exemptions for other packaging materials discussed as part of the planned EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) are very likely not compatible with EU law. read more

In a recent operation, Bryansk customs officials in Russia intercepted over 15 tons of pears lacking proper documentation. They were transported under the guise of being 'potatoes' from Belarus to Stavropol Krai. read more

Dole Italia launches the new exotic fruit line consisting of a wide range of branded products.The new range consists of 2 references, Mango and Avocado, with an Ean label on the individual fruit, and 6 references in flow pack tray,Mango, Avocado, Papaya, Passion Fruit, Lime and
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The Spanish Association of Corrugated Cardboard Packaging Manufacturers (AFCO) has presented its annual report on the evolution of the sector in 2023.

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The role that Egypt can play in producing and supplying blueberries was discussed at a special event hosted by Sekoya in Berlin earlier this month. read more