The EastFruit team is continuing its analysis of global blueberry markets, and this is the third report in our series focusing on Chile – the first country to emerge as a major player in the export of fresh blueberries. Be sure to also check out our reports on Peru and the overall global blueberry production and trade. read more

The first Ninfa variety apricots are already being harvested in Puglia. Approximately 4-5 tonnes per day are entering the warehouse of the Spina Group, where they are processed and sent to Italian customers. The volumes are expected to double starting from next week (the 17th in 2025). read more

North America is getting ready for the expiration of the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement, which will result in tariffs of 20.91% being implemented on July 14, 2025. This change could significantly impact tomato trade in the area. Mexico continues to be the primary supplier, but the supply is changing as the season comes to a close. read more

On April 25th, the 42nd edition of the 50km Di Romagna ultramarathon will take place, with Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, confirming its support for the second consecutive year. The historic ultramarathon is known as one of the oldest in Italy. read more

In anticipation of the upcoming carrot campaign in Northern Italy, starting around May 20, Zanarini srl is sharing some insights on the current European market trends, the status of 2024 stocks, production trends in Sicily and the Chioggia area, as well as some perspectives on the new Veneto campaign. read more

April frosts have affected orchards in Hungary, with the Hungarian Chamber of Agriculture (HCA) mentioning the possibility of partially mitigating the damage through the agricultural compensation program. Unusually severe night frosts between April 6 and 9 resulted in harm to blossoming orchards, as temperatures plummeted. read more

On Tuesday afternoon, a hailstorm was recorded in Vegas Altas del Guadiana, in the Spanish region of Extremadura, which caused damage to various crops in the towns of Don Benito and Villanueva de la Serena, among other municipalities. In these areas, some nectarine and plum orchards have been affected. read more

Morocco is rapidly becoming a key player in the global fruit and vegetable trade, as stated by EastFruit. Despite its arid climate and chronic water scarcity, the country has emerged as the third fastest-growing exporter of fruits and vegetables in the world, thanks to a resilient and forward-thinking approach. read more

Due to the current warming, plant growth is definitely accelerating. Although blueberry flowering will probably start in about two weeks (in some regions of Poland even earlier), it is already worth ensuring the presence of pollinating insects. They can be read more

The adoption of biosolutions in the Italian agricultural and fruit sector is rapidly growing, confirming a concrete commitment towards sustainability and environmental impact reduction. This is according to a survey conducted by Agri2000 Net on over 200 Italian fruit companies. read more

Amid the ongoing war and climate change, Ukraine's fruit and berry sector is undergoing significant transformation, with new crops like alpine strawberries, actinidia (hardy kiwi), and hazelnuts emerging in regions previously considered unsuitable for such cultivation. Volodymyr Pechko, head of read more

From today, the new Selenella New Potatoes will be back in the fruit and vegetable departments of the best retail stores. A 100% Italian product, the result of high-quality work, controlled and guaranteed at every stage. Today marks the beginning of the marketing campaign: "This year we started..." read more

Sicily confirms itself as a cradle of agri-food excellence thanks to its unique microclimatic conditions, characterized by strong temperature variations, low levels of humidity, and an extraordinary variety of soils. It is in this privileged context that the Sicilian netted melon is born. read more

The beginning of higher temperatures causes some problems for some in properly adjusting them to the strawberries growing at that time. Questions arise: when to open gates or side vents? It is important to remember that determining the optimal temperature level read more

In gardens and cultivated landscapes, certain plants are deliberately selected to attract specific caterpillars, such as swamp milkweed or butterfly weed (for monarchs) and parsley (for black swallowtails), which are just as appealing as their adult forms that will hopefully emerge later on. Dr. Doug Tallamy at read more

With the end of the Mediterranean avocado season, particularly from Morocco and Spain, it is now the turn of avocados from summer origins to supply the European market. Paul Kyalo, CEO of Konza Tropicals, stated that avocados from Kenya are well-positioned in the market but face logistical challenges that hinder. read more

A recent severe frost in Turkey has resulted in significant damage to fruit orchards. Market participants have referred to it as one of the worst frost events in recent history. Government officials are currently evaluating the extent of the damage, a process that is anticipated to take several weeks, and considering potential aid packages. read more

Apofruit has recently completed the settlement of the autumn 2024 campaign for the apples delivered by members from the Trentino region, which represents a significant portion of the cooperative's production. Over 7,000 quintals of autumn apples were delivered from this area. read more

Easter has always been a holiday that evokes tradition, conviviality, and, for the fruit and vegetable sector, a strategic moment between the end of winter campaigns and the beginning of summer references. The industry is experiencing a period of transition and great attention from the supply chain. read more

Sezon jagód borówki w Maroku obecnie trwa w pełni, wraz z nadejściem dużych zbiorów. Przemysł nadal utrzymuje swoją dynamikę wzrostu, przyciągając coraz więcej plantatorów każdego roku. Salah Eddine Belkadi, dyrektor handlowy Unique Packing, dzieli się najważniejszymi wydarzeniami sezonu. Eksporter mówi: read more