For several weeks now, the French potato market has been going through a worrying period of instability, despite a resolutely solid long-term outlook. The sharp drop in prices on the open market for industrial potatoes and the recent withdrawals from certain contractual commitments have left. read more

The Egyptian Valencia orange campaign is coming to an early end. This year, the campaign has been characterized by a significant increase in prices. Similar to the 2022/2023 season, this campaign is being impacted by a shortage of large sizes and logistical challenges, resulting in price fluctuations and market... read more

The artichoke harvest in Messinia, located in southern Greece, is currently in full swing. "We began harvesting in early February from 30 hectares of early farms. By employing proper cultivation techniques, we can yield approximately 60,000-70,000 artichokes per hectare from these farms. However, we are anticipating more." read more

The Egyptian onion season is starting with a "totally different ambiance from previous years," said Abdelkader Habony, an Egyptian exporter of various fresh produce. "We were used to strong demand even before the launch of our export campaign. This year, the Egyptian read more

With a 300% increase in marketed volume, the overseas sale of Dorì, managed by Origine Group, has ended. During this season, the yellow kiwi Dorì has entered new markets in Asia and North and South America, where it has won over consumers thanks to its high quality. read more

The flowering of fruit orchards in Emilia-Romagna occurs 7 days earlier than the traditional calendar. This phenomenon, on one hand, reflects the increasingly unpredictable climate in recent years, but on the other hand poses a serious risk to crops: frost. read more

Wprowadzenie 25% cła na towary z Meksyku wchodzące do Stanów Zjednoczonych spowodowało wiele niepewności w branży. Rob Cullum z Pacific Produce, oddziału marketingowego peruwiańskiego producenta La Calera, rozmawia o potencjalnych skutkach taryf na globalny handel owocami. "Basically,…" read more

In 2025, the Colombian avocado market is experiencing a period of growth and high demand. Growers are aiming to boost their production levels and strengthen their market position in Europe, as well as exploring opportunities in the United States and the Middle East. Nonetheless, challenges such as price fluctuations, logistical expenses, and global trends pose significant obstacles. read more

Varieties of American blueberries differ in taste, fruit size, and disease resistance. This allows gardeners to choose plants that are best suited to their needs and growing conditions. It is worth exploring this topic.

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Winters in Ukraine have warmed by 1.5 degrees over the past three decades. Milder winters and shifting seasons are impacting future harvests, as reported by SEEDS. Anush Balyan, Vice President of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences, mentioned that warming may also lead to the introduction of new crops. "Climate" read more

The global demand for blueberries is growing at an impressive rate, so much so that current production, which stands at 1.86 million tons, will need to double in the next five years to keep up with consumption, according to a report by Blueberriesconsulting. This trend is being driven by a growing preference for blueberries. read more

Deliveries of cauliflower from Italy were the most common, followed by cauliflower from Spain. There were also some deliveries from France, but they only reached Frankfurt, Hamburg, and Cologne, and were completely absent in Munich and Berlin. According to the BLE (Federal Office for Agriculture and Food), availability had increased... read more

The prices of oranges intended for industrial use in Brazil dropped in late February. This decrease is due to lower fruit quality and reduced international orange juice market prices. The average price for the period from February 24-27 was USD 12.62 per unit. read more

The innovative mushroom trays from Flexpack are currently receiving an overwhelming response. "These kraftliner-coated trays are ideal for contact with moist food. This helps massively to reduce transport expenses along the supply chain. The solution is not only used commercially." read more

Z dostawą tradycyjnego imbiru z Brazylii kończącą się w połowie stycznia, obecnie dostawy tradycyjnego imbiru pochodzą z Kostaryki, kraju, który wysyła blisko przez cały rok. „To pomocne, ponieważ uzupełnia pewne luki dla nas” - mówi Alan Goldberg z A&B Tropical Produce. read more

Z powodu wpływu złej pogody, dostępność truskawek i malin spadła w prowincji Huelva, głównym regionie uprawy jagód w Hiszpanii. W chwili obecnej nie produkuje się wystarczającej ilości, aby zaspokoić popyt na głównych europejskich rynkach, dlatego ceny wzrosły do znacznie wyższych poziomów niż wcześniej. read more

Chilli thrips are a global problem for farmers, but recent research conducted by the University of Florida has identified two strawberry varieties that are less susceptible to damage from these pests. This discovery was made possible through research supported by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Hatch program. This information is beneficial for farmers dealing with this issue. read more

Jandri Venter, the melon category manager at Rijk Zwaan, is warning that the melon market is rapidly declining, and urgent steps need to be taken to change this course. "We must safeguard our market - low-quality melons cannot be accepted on the shelves any longer," he states, pointing out that many consumers are... read more

Dümmen Orange will be celebrating 25 years of operation in the North American market throughout 2025. In 2000, Dümmen (as it was known then) established its commercial presence in North America. The team saw the opportunity to be located near the center of the industry's largest event, known as. read more

The tomato category has now become one of the least seasonal in the fruit and vegetable department. Although sales volumes are mainly concentrated in the spring and summer months - with about 65% between April and September - the supply remains wide and deep throughout the year. read more