Brazilian orange juice exports increased by 37 percent in value in 2024/25, even though they decreased by 23 percent in volume, according to data from Comex Stat. These numbers demonstrate the impact of reduced orange supply and limited domestic juice reserves. read more

However, their approval is increasingly becoming a challenge in Switzerland, as reported by the Agricultural Information Service (lid.ch). During the Swiss Stone Fruit Seminar at the end of last year, experts from various fields discussed the complex situation. read more

According to the Landvolk press service, Thorsten Flick from the Association of Asparagus and Berry Growers in Lower Saxony predicts that at least. However, he also adds: "The final word is with St. Peter, but since the weather this winter is much milder than before. read more

Despite the improvement in growth conditions in southern Spain, the supply of salad cucumbers remains limited and prices at Spanish marketing facilities are trending higher. The quantities offered from the Benelux region are only increasing moderately, so prices there are also on the rise. read more

Las importaciones españolas de frutas y verduras frescas de la UE crecieron un 12 por ciento durante el periodo de enero a noviembre de 2024, alcanzando un total de 1.9 millones de toneladas.

Spanish imports of fresh fruit and vegetables from the EU grew by 12 per cent through the January-November period of 2024, totalling 1.9mn tonnes. read more

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The piąty International Strawberry Congress odbędzie się w Antwerpii w dniach 17-20 września, zorganizowany przez belgijską spółdzielnię Hoogstraten. Konferencja oferuje unikalne połączenie strategii handlowej i badań naukowych, według organizatorów. "Poprzez ten kongres, dążymy do stworzenia... read more

Zespri has a strong commitment to sustainability that sets it apart from others in the industry. This includes their focus on environmental protection, social responsibility, and economic viability. They have established programs to reduce their carbon footprint, promote biodiversity, support local communities, and ensure fair working conditions for their employees. Zespri's dedication to sustainability is evident in their efforts to minimize waste, conserve resources, and operate in a way that benefits both people and the planet. read more

Technology continues to be a crucial factor in improving efficiency and competitiveness. In the face of economic challenges, increasing demands from retailers, and changing consumer preferences, packaging facilities and cooperatives need to adopt intelligent automation to maintain a competitive edge. read more

With only one month left before Fruitnet Berry Congress 2025 returns to Rotterdam, the organizer Fruitnet has decided to extend its Early Bird offer until the end of this week. This gives you more time to save big with tickets priced at just €440 instead of €550 per person. read more

Regarding the markets, he stated that there are seven destination countries, with Chile being the most important, accounting for 91.4% of the total shipments. Out of this total, 80.7% is made up of Andean papaya and 19.3% of tropical papaya. read more

The Swiss Orange Apple is considered to be the first apple variety bred in Switzerland using classical breeding methods, and was launched in 1954. The variety comes from the breeding program of the former Swiss Federal Research Station for Fruit, Viticulture and Horticulture in Wädenswil - now Agroscope. read more

The projected yields per tray have increased compared to the last forecast in November for all fruit categories, except for the "Green" category, which remains consistent with the November forecast. read more

The 2025 kiwifruit harvest in New Zealand has commenced, with the first fruit being picked just outside Edgecumbe in the Bay of Plenty. This marks the earliest harvest ever recorded. Growers Mark and Josie Ruiter, along with their Orchard Manager Sarah Davidson, were thrilled to be the first in New Zealand to start harvesting kiwifruit. read more

During the plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, representatives of the European Association of Banana and Plantain Producers (APEB), of which, in the case of Spain, the Association of Producer Organizations is a part

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The onion market in Europe is currently slow. This is attributed to various factors, including high stocks in several producer countries. "Overall, there are still significant stocks of varying quality across Europe," says Patrick Flin, manager of Paris. read more

The click day, activated yesterday, once again proved to be a obstacle course for both companies looking for workforce and for non-EU workers hoping for temporary employment in Italy. In fact, the 110,000 "positions" were filled in just a few minutes. read more

The availability of fruits and vegetables year-round presents a challenge for UK-based horticulturists focused on sustainability. A gardening charity advocates for purchasing only seasonal produce in February to minimize food miles and reduce plastic packaging. While tomatoes and strawberries are... read more

Topian, the Neom Food Sector company, was established in 2022 and, under the leadership of Juan Carlos Motamayor, made significant strides towards ambitious goals: it constructed high-tech greenhouses and a vertical farm in Oxagon, as well as high-tech, retractable roof greenhouses in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. read more

Stakeholders in the export-oriented fruit value chain, along with the Western Cape Government and Transnet Port Terminals, are pleased to announce a new collaboration aimed at enhancing operations at the Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT). This public sector partnership (PSP) involves... read more