Region of Surxondaryo in Uzbekistan, known for its early agricultural production, has started harvesting its first melons of the season. The Ministry of Agriculture reports that the harvest is happening on an 8-hectare field in the "Nurtepa" neighborhood of the Sherobod district. read more

In the most recent weekly data on banana prices, Colombia recorded an average price of £1.10, which was an increase from the previous week's average of £1.04. This represents a week-on-week increase of £0.06, or a 6% rise. The lower and upper usual price range for Colombian bananas during this period was... read more

Chile has recently finished a cherry season characterized by large quantities and low prices, but with significant demand in Asia. China remains the primary market, while countries like India and the United States are also increasing their presence. "Frutas de Chile," the organization that represents the main fruit exporters in the country, is at the forefront of this trend. read more

The International Pear Congress, Interpera, is scheduled to be held on 25 and 26 June 2025 in Hasselt, Belgium. The congress will bring together international stakeholders from the pear industry to address important issues impacting the sector. This year's event is co-organized by AREFLH (Assembly of European. read more

Despite the difficult weather, the season is slowly picking up. This can be seen in wholesale markets, where there are more and more fruits, causing strawberry prices to slightly decrease. However, the peak of the season is still ahead of us – processing plants are just starting to plan their operations.

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"Popyt na awokado po Cinco de Mayo pozostał stabilny. Mieliśmy również Dzień Matki zaraz po tym wydarzeniu. Tradycyjnie miesiące od maja do lipca są dobrymi miesiącami dla awokado, ponieważ wiele imprez zwiększa konsumpcję tego owocu, w tym uroczystości z okazji ślubów, święta oraz lepsza pogoda." read more

A new doctoral study from the University of Gothenburg examines how the global avocado boom is impacting peasant communities and their environment in Colombia. Juanita Esguerra Rezk, a doctor in peace and development research, conducted eight months of fieldwork in the town of Cajamarca. read more

Hailstorm with leopard spots, on Tuesday, May 20, in the province of Verona, with hailstones that fell violently on Oppeano, Palù, Tombazosana, and Bosco di Zevio. The most affected areas were Bosco and Volon di Zevio. Heavy rains also affected Legnago, Bevilacqua, and... read more

The Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA), which came into force in late 2022, has enabled over 85% of Australian goods exports to India to be tariff-free. This percentage is projected to increase to 90% by January of next year. Australian macadamias, which are predominantly grown in the country, are among the products benefitting from this agreement. read more

This year's event is organized by AREFLH and VBT (Federation of Belgian Horticultural Cooperatives). This is the second time Belgium hosts the congress since its creation in 2008. The country is one of the main pear producers in Europe, with production concentrated in the read more

On May 24th and 25th, the new three-stage season of SWIMTHEISLAND will start in Sardinia, in the extraordinary location of San Teodoro. This open water swimming event attracts numerous enthusiasts every year. Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of fruit, will be a part of it. read more

In the spring of 2025, there was a significant frost in Greece (and Turkey) that impacted the production of summer fruits. Italy, France, and Spain did not have widespread frost, but they faced unfavorable weather conditions during flowering, including heavy and frequent rainfall, which had some effect on the crops. read more

Obecnie, tradycyjne rolnictwo jest uzupełniane przez coraz bardziej techniczne podejścia. Szczepienie, uprawa hydroponiczna i rolnictwo organiczne to niektóre z działań, które zostały wyznaczone lata temu i które zostały podjęte przez szkółki, które odgrywają fundamentalną rolę w tym procesie. read more

The plantings have been completed, and this year's season is very different from last year, when plantings were significantly delayed. Despite dry conditions, crops are looking healthy. Recent weather changes have influenced the consumption of potatoes and vegetables, with consumers naturally opting for salad instead. read more

The assortment of cucumbers included options from Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium. There were also Dutch, locally grown, and some Turkish shipments of mini cucumbers available. The Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE) reported an increase in availability in both segments. Despite demand not being unfavorable, it typically did not match the pace of the market. read more

The Tanzanian government is implementing a system to register buyers of avocados and their representatives. This effort is designed to prevent exploitative practices in the industry by bringing all parties into a centralized registry, as stated by the Director General of the Cereals and. read more

Climate change looms large, and by 2080, nearly two-thirds of the regions growing bananas in Latin America and the Caribbean could become unsuitable for banana production. This is the key finding of the new report by Christian Aid, titled "Going Bananas: How Climate Change Threatens." read more

The fresh produce industry is experiencing a consolidation trend. "We are seeing this phenomenon on a global scale, with a particularly noticeable impact in the northern hemisphere," says Juan Gonzalez Pita, COO of Salix Fruits, a company that imports and exports fresh fruit. Aging business owners, a lack of generational transition,... read more

There's no point beating around the bush: the PPWR, the new European regulation on packaging, represents a concrete threat to companies operating in the fruit and vegetable sector and a real scarecrow for companies operating in the plastic packaging sector. The possible repercussions, in fact, are not read more

Italian potato farming is facing a threat that could compromise the quality and profitability of national production: Cyperus esculentus, commonly known as Yellow nutsedge or Chufa. This weed is currently the subject of a research campaign. read more