The Mexican avocado season is showing signs of ending early.
2025-03-14 00:00
W połowie sezonu na awokado w Meksyku, źródła branżowe informują, że ilości z Michoacan są mniejsze niż początkowo oczekiwano. To również odzwierciedla się na rynku w USA, gdzie ceny utrzymują się znacznie powyżej 70 USD za karton (FOB Teksas) dla kalibru 48 przez większość czasu.
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Spotlight on Plant Breeding for Vegetable Crops
2025-03-14 00:00
On March 12, Planasa held its first Meet & Greet Field Day at its R&D center in Cartaya, in the Spanish province of Huelva. Visitors from all continents attended to learn about the breeder's commercial strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, and blackberry varieties, as well as the advanced techniques used.
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Ukrainian farmers have begun spring planting, with a focus on increasing potato and vegetable crops.
2025-03-14 00:00
Farmers in Bukovyna, Ukraine have begun planting potatoes, making use of the favorable weather conditions. Early-season Riviera potatoes are being planted under agrofiber in Vyzhnychchyna farms, as reported by the Chernivtsi Regional Administration. The region's annual potato production exceeds.
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New plantings of yellow- and red-fleshed kiwifruit varieties are contributing to the growth of South Africa's kiwifruit industry. Although kiwifruit farming began in the country more than 25 years ago, the sector has historically faced challenges in developing a strong export presence. Recent efforts…
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Success in Europe, Asia, and the UK for the Redpop apple.
2025-03-14 00:00
RedPop, the apple-shaped snack, continues to increase its sales in Europe and Asia. After the growth of this year, the plan is to double the quantities by 2028. The rebellious snack targeting young people.
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"Polskie jabłka stają się coraz bardziej konkurencyjne"
2025-03-14 00:00
The apple season has been a mixed bag so far, but there are no significant complaints for Polish apple exporter Galster, says Mateusz Wajnert, head of sales for the company: "There is no reason to be overly optimistic about the current apple season, but simultaneously, we can't really complain."
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Berry business bursting with potential
2025-03-13 17:00
The berry industry is thriving, with numerous opportunities for further expansion in the upcoming years.
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Fertilizing fruit trees - what should be considered when transitioning to a sustainable production model?
2025-03-13 15:00
The different nutrients must be supplied to the trees at the right time of growth and development. Fertilization should be based on an analysis of the mineral content of the soil (based on soil samples taken in the fall) and an analysis of the elemental content of the leaves.
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Shelf Life of Fruits and Vegetables - Fresh Seminar Provides Information on the Complex Topic
2025-03-13 15:00
However, how can the shelf life of ultra-fresh products be extended? What are the influencing factors in the entire marketing chain - from harvest to transportation, to sales, and consumption? Which items are particularly focused on in both fruits and vegetables -
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New brand of pitted dates in discussions for listings in the UK.
2025-03-13 14:00
A new brand of healthy snack made from pitted dates has been launched in the UK, with a commitment to "disrupt" the market and compete with "over-processed" dried fruit options.
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California Walnut Commission secures USDA funding to expand global market opportunities.
2025-03-13 11:00
Furthermore, the CWC has received 14 million US dollars from the Regional Agriculture Promotion Program (RAPP), which are intended to be used over the next five years.
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Produkcja kiwi w Południowej Afryce opiera się głównie na odmianach o żółtej pulpie, które wraz z nowymi nasadzeniami odmian czerwonych mają stanowić trzon przemysłu eksportowego w przyszłości.
In South Africa, kiwifruit production is mainly based on yellow-fleshed varieties, which, along with new plantings of red varieties, are expected to be the backbone of the export industry in the future. read more
In South Africa, kiwifruit production is mainly based on yellow-fleshed varieties, which, along with new plantings of red varieties, are expected to be the backbone of the export industry in the future. read more
After ten years of negotiations, South African grapes gain access to the Philippines.
2025-03-13 11:00
South African fresh produce producers have actively sought new market access to create jobs and diversify export goals.
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Network of Asparagus and Berry Associations: Germany celebrates asparagus, strawberries, and blueberries
2025-03-13 11:00
The "Day of the German Blueberry" aims to draw attention to German blueberry production and leverage the growing interest in this "superfruit." Under the motto "Snack yourself happy!" numerous activities are organized around July 7th.
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China destroys 1,300 containers of Chilean cherries.
2025-03-13 10:00
La República reported that on March 12th, China began transporting the cargo from the port of Nansha to initiate the disposal process. It is expected that the relocation will take several days.
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Steady demand for broccoli
2025-03-13 10:00
The noticeably reduced consumer price boosted demand for broccoli in the chain store during the past week 10. At the wholesale markets, supply and demand are balanced in the current week 11. While the abundant rainfall in Spain is expected to continue in the upcoming...
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Peruvian blueberry exports could exceed 350,000 tons this year.
2025-03-13 10:00
In 2024, Peruvian blueberry exports reached a value of 2.27 billion US dollars, representing a 35% increase compared to 2023 and solidifying the country as the world's leading exporter of blueberries. 326,000 tons of blueberries were shipped, marking a 57% growth compared to the
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Mushroom harvest in 2024 decreased by 2.7 percent.
2025-03-13 09:00
The total harvest of edible mushrooms in farms with at least 0.1 hectares of production area amounted to 77,700 tons in 2024. The majority of mushroom production, accounting for 97.5%, was attributed to champignons. The remaining harvest volume consisted of oyster mushrooms, shiitake, and...
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Mushroom harvest in 2024 decreased by 2.7 percent.
2025-03-13 09:00
The total harvest of edible mushrooms in operations with at least 0.1 hectares of production area amounted to 77,700 tons in 2024. The majority of the edible mushroom production, accounting for 97.5%, consisted of champignons. The remaining harvest volume was made up of oyster mushrooms, shiitake, and...
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China plans to dispose of 1,300 containers of Chilean cherries.
2025-03-13 04:00
China has started the process of destroying the 1,300 containers of Chilean cherries that were in poor condition after the Maersk ship, Saltoro, was stranded in the Pacific for over 20 days.
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