The drought in Morocco has affected the quantities and prices of fresh produce intended for West African markets, sometimes resulting in export bans for certain products like tomatoes. Nevertheless, according to Baye Sidy, a fresh produce exporter from Fes, the Moroccan produce remains competitive. read more

Wireworms are currently not subject to mandatory control measures. As we can see, it only took a few years for the problem of leaf nematodes, which was nearly resolved, to resurface. Many producers are struggling with this issue this season, having acquired this pest along with their purchases. read more

Zaktualizowane przepisy dotyczące pestycydów Unii Europejskiej wpłynęły na eksport warzyw z Kenii, zmniejszając ich wartość o połowę w 2024 roku. W badaniu ekonomicznym z 2025 roku wskazano na spadek o 54,7% eksportu świeżych warzyw, z 164 100 ton w 2023 roku do 74 300 ton w 2024 roku. Wartość eksportu spadła z... read more

Po rozpoczęciu sezonu jagód wewnętrznych z ograniczoną ilością, zwiększają się ilości jagód na południowym wschodzie. Floryda: "Floryda kończy produkcję po małym plonie" - mówi Blair Greenhill, wiceprezes ds. zakupów w firmie Nickey Gregory, zauważając, że ogólnie rzecz biorąc... read more

In the prepared material, we will present interesting proposals regarding the use of non-microbial biostimulants in the cultivation of the 'Cascade Harvest' raspberry variety intended for machine harvesting.

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Packing soft fruits such as strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries often presents challenges that many producers and packaging companies find difficult to overcome. Let's analyze the three main problems with packing soft fruits and identify solutions to make the process easier. read more

"We also enhanced our presence at Macfrut 2025 this year, which was a significant opportunity to strengthen our market position and explore new business opportunities on a global level. During the event, we highlighted our leading products, such as the freshest batches of artichokes and late-season ..." read more

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South African Fuji apples have officially entered the market. According to traders, current pricing remains consistent with initial launch levels. Premium batches with bright, evenly striped skins are retailing at around $2.24 per box, while batches with lighter striping are priced at $1.82. read more

Ahold Delhaize has appointed Tim Bork as the Chief Commercial Officer for Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia. The appointment is effective from May 19. This newly established position will report directly to Claude. read more

In the past ten years, there has been a growing trend of sourcing peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, and other vegetables from outside of Europe, mainly from North Africa. However, Beluli Durim, managing director, emphasizes that there are closer alternatives to importing non-European vegetables, such as those from the Balkan region. read more

At no cost to the state, RSA Group CEO Jaco Oosthuizen reminded delegates at last week's World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) conference that wholesale markets in South Africa play a crucial role in supplying millions of people, both locally and across borders, with fruits and vegetables. read more

The French tomato covers 60% of French consumers' needs. This means there is an important production shortage in relation to the domestic market demand, which makes it necessary to resort to imports in certain periods of the year. Facing highly competitive production and labor costs abroad, Savéol. read more

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With the arrival of summer, Sicily lights up with unique colors, scents, and flavors. It is right here, at the foot of Mount Etna, that OP La Deliziosa, a historic company in Biancavilla (CT), kicks off the new season of summer fruits, bringing not only excellent products to the markets. read more

Among the most anticipated products for the summer season, Ondine® stands out as a premium flat nectarine resulting from an international project developed in collaboration between Frutaria, ASF Edition, and a few carefully selected key players in the fruit and vegetable industry: Alegra. read more

Chiquita made its first appearance at Macfrut, at the stand named "More taste 10 and praise", with the social icon Miss Chiquita, to talk about the product quality, as told by Vaje Haka, brand manager of Chiquita Italia. Starting with innovation, featuring the Yelloway project. read more

BMTI and Italmercati's Grocery Bag recommends the most cost-effective seasonal food products for shopping this week, with important new developments in the fruit and vegetable sector. As for fruits and vegetables, the "seasonal change" is now complete with the end of... read more

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"The price of fennel has not been high lately. The recent festive occasions, such as Easter, Easter Monday, 25 April, and the May Day holiday, have almost wiped out the market. This has led to a domino effect that particularly affected big cities like Milan, where, due to the general holiday rush, the fruit and vegetables market." read more