Sezon mango w Peru w latach 2024-2025 był sezonem pełnym kontrastów. Podczas gdy wolumeny eksportu osiągnęły historyczne poziomy, czynniki klimatyczne i logistyczne sprawdziły zrównoważenie sektora. Według Carlosa Ivána Vílcheza Peralty, prezesa APEM, kraj wyeksportował 286 311 ton, co stanowiło więcej niż 71 read more

The multi-origin strategy has become a key tool for ensuring a continuous supply of fresh fruit throughout the year in a global market characterized by fluctuating weather conditions, logistical challenges, and price competition. By sourcing fruit from various locations, exporters are able to reduce risks. This diversification not only helps to read more

A new strategic alliance is forming in the European fruit and vegetable sector between Giovanni Turrà & C., a well-established Calabrian company specializing in fennel and watermelons, and Green Crops, an agricultural company owned by the Green Factory group, one of Europe's leading companies. read more

Las importaciones de frutas y verduras frescas de España en el primer trimestre del año crecieron un 10% en volumen y un 15% en valor en comparación con el mismo período en 2024, totalizando 1,2 millones de toneladas y 1.442 millones de euros, respectivamente. Patatas, cebollas y tomates fueron las verduras más importadas en este período.

In the first quarter of the year, Spanish fresh fruit and vegetable imports increased by 10% in volume and 15% in value compared to the same period in 2024, totaling 1.2 million tons and 1,442 million euros, respectively. Potatoes, onions, and tomatoes were the most imported vegetables in this period. read more

The supply of Italian lemons is dwindling as the season comes to a close. "The weather in Sicily has been highly unpredictable this year, with significant rainfall. This is unprecedented in the last 15 years and has resulted in quality issues with our Demeter, organic, and untreated lemons," explains Thomas Heeren. read more

At the demonstration plantation in Hornigi, the establishment of a new strawberry quarter has begun as part of this year's edition of Strawberry Inspirations. It is nearly two hectares of plantings that are intended to serve not only for production, but primarily for education and demonstration of modern techniques. read more

An unprecedented event in the fruit and vegetable sector: La Linea Verde, a leader in the Italian agri-food industry and synonymous with innovation and quality through the DimmidiSì brand, presents FAME, the first music video with an original song launched by a brand in the sector, in support. read more

The Verna lemon campaign in Spain is entering its final phase ahead of schedule this year. Prices are profitable and higher than last year. Therefore, the sector expects a smooth transition between the Spanish and the southern hemisphere's production, with prices remaining high, even higher for. read more

Unseasonal spring frosts have devastated Hungary's watermelon and apricot crops, with early April cold snaps followed by further chilling in early May compounding the damage. According to a recent survey by the Hungarian FruitVeB Interprofessional Organization, the watermelon harvest is expected read more

Według Stowarzyszenia Rolników z Walencji (AVA-ASAJA), ceny oferowane producentom ziemniaków spadły o połowę w ciągu ostatnich trzech tygodni, do tego stopnia, że są teraz poniżej kosztów produkcji i generują straty. Organizacja rolnicza oskarża agentów, którzy są read more

AGF Monitor compares weekly online price developments for various types of fruit and vegetables at six supermarkets: Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Plus, Dirk, Vomar, and Hoogvliet. Up to and including week 19, these included avocados, cauliflower, Galia melons, oranges, cucumbers, and vine tomatoes. read more

Good start for watermelons, with quality noticeably improving. Cherry prices significantly down: sales of Italian cultivars Giorgia and Ferrovia have begun. The campaign for Italian netted melons is progressing smoothly: new production from Northern Italy has started. Green beans are available. read more

Which new variety will follow Dahlia coccinea Dalina® Maxi Starburst Pink from Florensis? This year, seven companies – Beekenkamp Plants, Dümmen Orange, Florensis, Selecta one, Suntory Flowers Europe, Syngenta Flowers, and Takii Europe – have submitted their most impressive novelties to participate. read more

The sandy soils of Malaga, Huelva, and the municipality of Guardamar in the province of Alicante are ideal for cultivating sweet potatoes. In Spain, regular potatoes are more popular, but in other countries like Italy and the United Kingdom, sweet potato consumption is also common. read more

A shipment of approximately 10 metric tons of Amrapali mangoes from Dhenkanal, Odisha, has been sent to European markets, including the UK and Italy, as confirmed by officials. More than 100 female mango farmers were trained on export standards, which could potentially transform local economic activities through... read more

The Garden Route in South Africa has seen avocado cultivation expand from 135 hectares in 2017 to 1,400 hectares. Last season yielded 3,000 tons, with expectations to double to over 6,000 tons. This positions the Garden Route to extend South Africa's avocado production, ensuring a year-round supply. read more

The Verna lemon campaign in Spain is entering its final phase earlier than expected this year. Prices are profitable and higher than last year. Therefore, the sector anticipates a seamless transition between Spanish and southern hemisphere production, with prices expected to remain high, possibly even higher. read more

The Dutch open-field vegetable season is currently starting at AGF-Direct, with different market conditions for various vegetables. Robert Vogel from AGF-Direct is giving a market update. "We are slowly beginning the Dutch broccoli season this week, but the volumes are not very significant. read more

A pair of Yubari melons were sold for 1 million yen (approximately $7,000) at the first auction at Sapporo Central Wholesale Market in Japan on Monday. This price represents a decrease of 2 million yen compared to the previous year. The buyer was a company from Otaru that specializes in agricultural products. read more

Nimble newcomers in South Africa's emerging export sector have been exploring new opportunities, such as exporting blueberries from Zimbabwe. Sandeep Valodia recalls how five years ago, when he first introduced this product to clients in the Far East, it amazed them as they had never heard of it before. read more