Sinclair has been announced as a finalist in The Grocer Gold Awards 2025. They are nominated in the Sustainability Initiative of the Year (Products & Services) category for their T55 label, which has achieved dual certification for both home and industrial compostability. These certifications validate that T55...
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Is Egypt planning to address the shortage of Moroccan watermelons?
2025-05-26 00:00
While the watermelon season in Mauritania was successful, the situation is more precarious for Moroccan produce. "The Mauritanian season started in early April and is now ending. We had good yields and the season went smoothly. We are now transitioning to Moroccan produce.
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The BMTI and Italmercati Shopping Basket recommends the most convenient seasonal agri-food products for this week. As for fruits, strawberries, which are abundant in the markets, have wholesale prices that have decreased by 9.9% compared to last week.
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Apple sales have surged as a result of increased demand during the Dragon Boat Festival, while prices for durian have decreased.
2025-05-26 00:00
Święto Smoczych Łodzi rozpoczyna się w przyszłą sobotę, a jego wpływ na rynek zaczyna być coraz bardziej widoczny, zwłaszcza w przypadku jabłek. Według handlowców, sprzedaż jabłek wzrosła od czwartku, a ceny nieznacznie poszły w górę – zwłaszcza dobrze sprzedają się pudełka prezentowe. Jabłka Gala z Nowej Zelandii
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Vignola IGP cherries: a season of quality in a challenging context
2025-05-26 00:00
Vignola has always been synonymous with cherry growing excellence. A district that spans 28 municipalities between the provinces of Modena and Bologna, where cherry cultivation represents a tradition deeply rooted in the area and a legacy of skills that traces its roots back in history.
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VOG, positive year: driven by clubs, bio and exports
2025-05-26 00:00
By the end of May, the apple harvest campaign enters its final phase, the summer one. It is the ideal time to take stock of the year and analyze the main dynamics that have characterized it. We spoke with Klaus Hölzl, Sales Manager of the consortium.
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Vietnam captures 97% of China's mango import market
2025-05-26 00:00
The mangoes from Vietnam have dominated 97% of China's mango import market share, outperforming exports from Thailand, Peru, and Australia. This strong presence in the market is supported by competitive pricing, reliable quality, and timely supply. In the first quarter of 2025, China imported mangoes worth USD 29 million, with Vietnamese mangoes leading the way.
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The Walnut Commission praises USDA Secretary Rollins for endorsing the trade mission.
2025-05-26 00:00
The California Walnut Commission praises U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins for her leadership and support during the recent trade mission to the United Kingdom, where she highlighted substantial opportunities for American agricultural exports. This mission was Secretary Rollins' first since.
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Turkey's 2025 fresh produce output is projected to decline due to a severe frost event in April, causing a temperature drop of up to 10 degrees Celsius nationwide. Key growing regions experienced significant crop damage. TurkStat data projects a 24.4% reduction in fruit, beverage, and spice production.
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The onion season has unfolded in a way that was completely unexpected, as stated by Lindert Moerdijk from MSP Onions. "Everyone believed there would be sufficient onions, but it turned out that there was potential for a price hike. Demand has been steadily increasing in Q1 and Q2. Many people..."
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This year's strawberry harvest is now in full swing in large parts of the DACH region. However, harvest prospects vary greatly in the individual growing regions. FreshPlaza.de has compiled the latest comments from the respective regions on the current harvest. German fruit dominated the market.
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A smooth transition is expected between storing the current crop of shallots and transitioning to the new crop.
2025-05-26 00:00
Shallots from the northern hemisphere, originating from the U.S., Canada, and France, are reaching the end of the storage crop season. Ian Zimmerman from Maurice A. Auerbach, Inc. mentions, "The supply is comparable to last year's storage levels at this time," referring to the item as a milder-tasting onion.
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The beginning of raspberry blossoming is a critical moment in the growing season, determining the quality and quantity of the yield. In the cultivation of summer varieties, such as 'Glen Carron', precise fertilization becomes particularly important - both in terms of soil and
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DalWrap to rap, passing through a disruptive language that targets young people. The Linea Verde also revolutionizes communication in the world of fruits and vegetables. And it launches the first music video with a real original song in support of the new category of DimmidiSì Wrap Kit.
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The high demand for sweet potatoes within the country is preventing the product from being exported.
2025-05-26 00:00
Growers and shippers are still dealing with a limited supply of sweet potatoes from North Carolina. "The crop quality remains high, and we may need to adjust specifications towards the end of the season to ensure we can manage the crop," says Josh Wright from 3 Star Produce.
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Gray mold, caused by the fungus Botrytis cinerea, is one of the biggest and most common threats to strawberry plantations. Under favorable conditions, it can destroy up to 80% of the crop. Already in the current season, the first signs are appearing on many plantations.
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Fertilizing a newly established raspberry plantation that will bear fruit on this year's canes.
2025-05-24 00:00
As part of the Raspberry Factory project, a new raspberry plantation was established this year for harvesting from this year's canes. This is an excellent opportunity to discuss key aspects of establishing such plantations, especially in the context of fertilization.
read moreDesigning the perfect garden - practical tips for every gardener
2025-05-24 00:00
You dream of a functional, organized, and aesthetic garden where you can both relax and grow your own vegetables? Whether you are a beginner gardener or have experience, three elements are crucial for this.
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