Sun World International has appointed Paola Barba as their new Table Grape Breeder. Jennifer Petersen, Executive Vice President and Chief Science Officer announced Barba’s appointment as the new table grape breeder. “Barba will be responsible for developing Sun World’s next generation of
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In Spain, the price of fresh vegetables increased by 27.8% in March compared to the same period last year and by 5.7% compared to last month. In addition, vegetable preparations, such as IV gamma, also increased by 15% compared to the same month last year.
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Success for the participation at Macfrut 2023 of Road to Quality, the Assosementi project set up to guarantee traceability and quality of horticultural products along the entire supply chain, from seed to table. During the Rimini exhibition, which in its fortieth edition set a record of
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In the 2022-23 marketing year, for the Italian market - which is the main market and absorbs 60 per cent of the apples produced by the Consortium - VIP defended sales volumes on traditional varieties and increased those of club apples, which grew by about 50 per cent compared to the previous season.
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Vog aims to satisfy younger consumers with a taste experience that balances sweetness and freshness thanks to products such as Kanzi, an apple that has already revealed its potential according to Vog, and is now a must-have in a modern assortment. read more

According to Dr. Manuel Michel, Executive Director of the National Mango Board, "we are once again participating in this third edition of this digital forum, addressing and explaining the promotional and marketing work that the National Mango Board carries out in the United States. We are very
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Serbia’s blueberry industry is hopeful and expects a positive 2023 blueberry harvest season, that starts next month (June), with a 15% production increase predicted. This follows a spring with no significant frost damage and with a normal upcoming season anticipated. read more

Berry varieties such as Victory, Primavera, Inspire or Renewall have revolutionized the varietal map of the Mediterranean Arc, as much as they have provided the rusticity that the producing sector needs, complying with commercial requirements from the market. All this has been thanks to the
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In the plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, MEPs adopted the report on the implementation of the Fruit, Vegetables, Milk and Milk Products School Scheme by a clear majority (534 votes in favour, 57 against and 23 abstentions). Copa Cogeca
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Both agricultural research group Agri Biz and the Citrus Growers' Association (CGA) have warned that southern Africa could face drier times in the coming years as the El Niño weather system is replaced by La Niña, reports
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Even if the medFEL trade fair in the south of France is not (yet) as well known internationally as its big sisters from Berlin, Madrid or Rimini: among the visitors and exhibitors there were definitely also non-French representatives who presented their innovations to the trade fair audience. read more

As of May 1, Charlotte Langerak-Visser, a third-generation family member, has been appointed as the new CEO of Viscon Group. Charlotte takes over the baton from René de Vos. René will continue in the role of advisor for a smooth transition and will remain involved in Viscon Group as a shareholder. read more

Companies such as Sandías El Abuelo have prioritised the land near the wells they have acquired rights to plant, and have even "sacrificed part of the production", explains Francisco Heredia Rosa, head of the company. read more

"Last year's event made us all realise how important Prognosfruit and its three-day programme are for the apple and pear sector. Prognosfruit offers delegates the opportunity to meet and discuss the latest developments and future
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New Zealand Apples and Pears is welcoming the Government's support to clean up orchards, but is calling on the government to urgently talk to growers as they recover and rebuild following the devastation of Cyclone Gabrielle. read more

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (ZIM) has announced its latest investment in the shipping industry with the order of 1,000 Star Cool reefers with Sekstant door sensors and a similar volume for retrofitting to its existing Star Cool reefers. read more

Industry experts paint a gloomy outlook for South Africa’s mushroom industry, largely as a direct result of load shedding, high input costs and the closure of two mushroom farms. In the mushroom industry, farms are closing, shortages are becoming more prevalent and consumers are having to pay
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Failure by the NZ Government to provide further direction in cyclone ravaged Hawke’s Bay is costing the local horticulture industry more than $1m a day. read more

Wholesum, Fair Trade Certified growers and shippers of organic farm-fresh vegetables, is building in-house capabilities to produce organic seeds. read more

Following the rain at the start of this year, the mango harvest out of Mexico was slightly delayed compared to its historical start date. “However the mango inventory is currently plentiful and the market is well-supplied,” says Hector Soltero, Vice President of Sales Operations, Mission
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