The apricot harvest has begun in the Peloponnese, which is the earliest cultivation zone for this fruit in Greece. The region was affected by frost in March and hailstorms in April, which have had some impact on the apricots. However, the damage in the Peloponnese is more limited compared to northern Greece. read more

Kalifornijscy producenci orzechów włoskich mają doskonały początek sezonu uprawy w 2025 roku, z wczesnymi wskaźnikami wskazującymi na obfite plony, według ekspertów branżowych monitorujących sady na terenie całego stanu. Po trzech kolejnych latach przeciętnych do powyżej przeciętnego opadu deszczu, oraz znacznym. read more

The season for exporting fresh apricots from the new harvest has officially begun in Uzbekistan. The first large shipments of this produce are now being dispatched from the Surkhandarya region, the southernmost part of the country, to international markets, according to experts at EastFruit. read more

W ciągu ostatniej dekady koszty zbioru ręcznego owoców pestkowych stale rosły, zwiększając się średnio o około 5% rocznie w przeliczeniu na kilogram oraz o 7% rocznie w przeliczeniu na hektar z powodu wyższych plonów. Według analizy biznesowej sadów przemysłu jabłek i gruszek (OBA), obecne koszty zbioru ręcznego oscylują wokół... read more

The global mango market is currently facing a complex season marked by changing supply, climate-related challenges, and evolving demand. Exporters are adjusting to logistical constraints and fluctuating prices. In North America, Mexico's supply of red mangoes has become stable, but the availability of yellow varieties is still limited. read more

Calls from overseas are coming in for North Carolina sweet potatoes. Kristi Hocutt of Triple J Produce mentioned that she is receiving inquiries from Europe for supply. "This indicates that Egypt and Spain are currently out of supply," she stated. "Honduras may have not started yet either." On the domestic front, demand remains steady. read more

Food retailer, wholesaler, and distributor A.F. Blakemore & Son has announced Steven Nuttall as its new Chief Financial Officer. read more

Brazill has been granted access to the Indian market for various citrus fruits such as limes, lemons, oranges, and tangerines, as reported by the industry association Abrafrutas. read more

Two experienced professionals in the fresh produce industry, Jan Rozema and Christian Bras, have collaborated to create Prime Fruit Partners (PFP), a new import company located in Barendrecht. Together, they bring a combined experience of over 40 years in the global fruit trade, with previous roles at SFI, Olympic Fruit, and Verdi. read more

The Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA) of Korea has announced that Korean Shine Muscat grapes have been granted access to Australia. read more

According to a radio segment on NewstalkZB, persimmon exports from New Zealand have increased by 20 percent in the past year. read more

A Victorian vegetable grower has found that providing students with on-farm experience is crucial in increasing their vegetable consumption. read more

Cibus Fund II, an investment fund specializing in sustainable food and agriculture, has announced the purchase of a majority stake in PSB Producción Vegetal, a Spanish company renowned for its expertise in fruit genetics and stone fruit breeding. The deal is set to be finalized in the second quarter. read more

Sezon szparagów w Anglii jest teraz w pełni; oficjalny początek sezonu miał miejsce 23 kwietnia, w Dzień Świętego Jerzego. „Początek sezonu upraw w tunelach był dość przeciętny z pochmurną pogodą w styczniu i lutym,” powiedział Chris Chinn z farmy Cobrey. „W marcu jednak mieliśmy jasne, chłodne dni. read more

Full bloom is currently taking place in Pennsylvania for the upcoming 2025 apple crop. "It's pretty much in line with last year – there may be a week's difference," says Valerie Ramsburg of the Rice Fruit Company, mentioning that a month ago, the weather had caused the bloom to be about two weeks behind. "We've had some pretty warm..." read more

The use of appropriate fertilizers is crucial for the health of plants and the quality of crops. Well-prepared recommendations regarding blueberry fertilization can significantly contribute to improving the quality of fruits and protecting them from the consequences of unfavorable conditions.

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The Brazilian Association of Fruit and Derivative Producers and Exporters (Abrafrutas), under the leadership of President Guilherme Coelho, took part in a meeting in Brussels organized by the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (ApexBrasil). The gathering brought together representatives from various. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has introduced Echinacea Princess 'Citrus', their latest variety specifically developed for pot cultivation. This new variety has a naturally compact growth habit that creates an attractive, bouquet-like appearance. Princess 'Citrus' is the most recent addition to Terra Nova's Echinacea Princess series. read more

Granada jest cennym owocem o szerokim spektrum korzystnych właściwości. Jest szczególnie poszukiwany przez przemysł spożywczy, farmaceutyczny i kosmetyczny, stanowiąc jednocześnie jeden z czołowych produktów w swojej kategorii. Maszyna do obierania PND SM2 "Trendy wzrostu i przyszłe perspektywy potwierdzają, że" read more

In May, FreshPlaza will be focusing on melons and kiwifruit. Are you a grower, importer, or supplier of these products? If so, we would love to hear from you. You can send us some information, or we can call you for an interview; just let us know. You can contact info@freshplaza.com read more