W branżowych rynkach jest to jedny z najbardziej ruchliwych tygodni w roku, ponieważ wszyscy dokonują zakupów na Boże Narodzenie. Tydzień między Bożym Narodzeniem a Nowym Rokiem jest także intensywny dla dostawców cateringu, według Barra Sweetnam z firmy Allfresh Wholesale z siedzibą w Corku, Irlandia. read more

"Podczas gdy dostawy papai z Meksyku są dobre, popyt jest obecnie słabszy. Prezes Super Starr, Lance Peterson, powiedział: „To były właśnie święta dziękczynienia i wiele zimnej pogody sprawiło, że konsumenci się cofnęli”. „Czasami popyt w tym okresie jest dość nieregularny. Kilka lat temu...” read more

The renewed eating habits of consumers are strengthening departments such as produce, and in particular categories like dried fruits, which fall into this trend and seem to have shown an interesting growth trend in recent years. This sector has indeed gained ground. read more

Until a few years ago, pears represented a highly respected category both in terms of consumer penetration and sales in large-scale retail. However, in recent years, various issues in the countryside - which in some years have severely affected productions - combined with a progressive trend read more

More than 100 avocado producers in Michoacán are in the process of obtaining Avocado Certification by 2025, which would contribute to the conservation of the state's green areas, stated Alejandro Méndez López, head of the Ministry of the Environment (Secma), in an interview with El Sol de. read more

Around 5000 square metres of rocket, lettuce, spinach, chard, brassicas, and lamb's lettuce were the focus of the field days organized by Maraldi Sementi at the OP Italianleaf farm in Pontecagnano (Salerno). "Over 200 technicians and operators attended," reported CEO Andrea Maraldi, "not only." read more

Curaçao enjoys year-round sunshine and consistently moderate temperatures, which might seem ideal for cultivating fruits and vegetables. However, appearances can be deceiving. Take tomatoes, for example. A tomato plant requires cool nighttime temperatures at certain stages of growth, but in read more

The forecast for the U.S. apple crop shows a decrease in production volume compared to last year, as well as a decrease in holdings. As of December 1, 2024, it is expected that the production volume will exceed 167 million fresh cases across all production regions in the country. This represents a decrease of 3.4% compared to last year's record crop. read more

"We are pleased with the positive feedback we have received for our special Christmas packaging. It has been well-received both in Italy and internationally, including in countries such as Austria, Germany, and Switzerland," says Gionatan Elmi of Mitica, a company specializing in chestnuts and marrons. In recent weeks, the company has launched... read more

China nie tylko jest liderem w technologii, ale także w produkcji owoców, znacząco wpływając na globalny rynek jabłek i gruszek. Według Departamentu Rolnictwa Stanów Zjednoczonych (USDA), produkcja jabłek na świecie w sezonie 2024/25 przewidywana jest na niewielki spadek, z obniżką o...

China is not only a leader in technology but also in fruit production, significantly impacting the global market for apples and pears. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), global apple production for the 2024/25 season is expected to see a slight decline, with a decrease of... read more

East of England Co-op has named Andy Rigby as Acting Chief Executive. Rigby will step into the role for at least 12 months following the departure of Doug Field, who served as CEO for the past two years and is leaving the organization after a 16-year tenure. read more

The VegGo app from Syngenta introduces its latest update with significant improvements that facilitate decision-making in the field and optimize daily management. Among the new features

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Belarus has imposed a ban on the export of potatoes, making it necessary to obtain special permits for such transactions. This measure is intended to safeguard the country's food security and stabilize the local market. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food of Belarus is striving to ensure a sufficient supply within the country. read more

Brazil has strengthened its position in global trade by ramping up its fresh grape exports to China. This development comes after the implementation of a phytosanitary protocol in November, which has made it easier for Brazilian table grapes to enter new international markets. A crucial element in this growth is the adoption of... read more

According to EastFruit, Russian authorities have prohibited the publication of the FMCG (fast-moving consumer goods) deflator index by the research holding ROMIR. This index revealed much higher price growth rates than the official figures from Rosstat, which had displeased the Putin regime. read more

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has ruled in favor of the appeal filed by the European Union Mancozeb Task Force against the decision of the Commission not to renew it. read more

Prices for oranges in Ukraine have increased by 15-20% compared to last year, now ranging from €1.8 to €2.7 per kilogram. Mandarins are priced between €2 and €2.7 per kilogram, while clementines, a hybrid of oranges and mandarins, cost 1.13-1.36 euros per kilogram. read more

Nature's Pride, the European market leader in exotic fruit and vegetables, is urging the business community to take steps to ensure a sustainable food supply chain. During the COP29 climate summit held in Baku, CEO Adriëlle Dankier stressed the significance of collective responsibility. read more

The EastFruit team frequently receives requests for information about the processing of fruits and vegetables. Today, we will examine tomatoes and the primary tomato-based processed product - tomato paste. read more

Wonderful Halos has launched its first national integrated marketing campaign in five years, called "Hands Off My Halos," which is specifically designed for the big screen. The two new commercials showcase Wonderful Halos as a snack that both kids and parents enjoy, depicting the chaos that ensues when a parent tries to take them away. read more