New Zealand's fruit exports in October 2024 were 314 percent higher than in the same month of 2023, according to new data released by Stats NZ. read more

Colombia is solidifying its position as one of the world's major exporters of Hass avocados. Customs data shows that the country exported 102,376 tonnes of Hass avocados between January and September 2024, marking a 15.77 percent increase compared to the same period in 2023. read more

Brazillian table grapes have been given permission to enter China, following the approval of a new protocol between the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) and Chinese customs authorities. read more

The New Zealand exporter T&G Global has reported a double-digit sales growth for apples and kiwifruit in Thailand over the past eight years. read more

Australian fruit, vegetable, and nut growers are currently dealing with tough economic conditions and a decrease in consumption. In response, Hort Innovation has announced a plan to invest A$60 million in early-stage startups to bring about positive change. read more

The first day of the 18th International Congress of Fruit and Vegetable Producers' Organizations, ICOP, took place last week in Vilamoura, Portugal. During the week, a panel of international speakers discussed the current market situation and the challenges that the sector is currently facing. read more

Abrafrutas (Brazilian Association of Fruit and Derivative Producers and Exporters) celebrated its tenth anniversary with a significant event in Brasília, bringing together a wide range of fruit producers and exporters from Brazil, as well as important figures from the agribusiness sector, including the Minister of Agriculture. read more

The supply of sweet potatoes from North Carolina, the state responsible for two thirds of U.S. sweet potato production, was not optimal due to uncontrollable environmental factors. "Yields are down about 50 percent and packouts are well below historical averages," says Norman Brown. read more

While the French supply is decreasing, Spanish broccoli is currently dominating the market. Spanish production has increased this season, mainly in Murcia. However, weather problems have caused significant sorting differences, affecting prices. read more

In Yokote City, Akita Prefecture, a hot spring inn has introduced an "apple bath" to promote the region's apple production. The bath is filled with 160 locally grown apples, allowing guests to enjoy the soothing aroma and warmth of the fruit-infused water. Bathers have reported that the apple-infused bath experience is both relaxing and refreshing. read more

The positive trend of strawberry plantlet sales in the southern Italian regions continues for Primi Frutti, licensee of Nova Siri Genetics (NSG) varieties. Planting started in mid-October and the first fruits are expected for mid/late January 2025. Antonio Pitrelli and Giuseppe Stigliano, read more

Morrisons is recalling Morrisons Crushed Garlic due to an omitted ingredient that prevents microbiological growth, posing a potential risk to consumers. Product details and risk statement are as follows: read more

Peter Soller, the founder and owner of ISI Ismaninger Feldgemüse GmbH, has been specializing in washing and peeling vegetables for the retail and hospitality industries since 1999. Prior to that, he utilized self-assembled washing systems. As production grew, he found a more efficient solution: Sormac's. read more

Andalusia's 2024/2025 citrus campaign, which has already begun with the earliest varieties, is expected to be better than last year. The harvest is projected to be 20% larger (22% for oranges) due to recent rains that have benefited the crops, leading to good sizes. However, it is not all. read more

"The overall trend is positive, with a sufficient supply of goods keeping the market active and demand satisfactory. Currently, our inventory is nearly at full capacity, though there is limited availability of certain items like colored cabbage, broccoli, and fennel compared to the demand." read more

Banana growers in Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh, are preparing to export around 680 metric tons of the G-9 banana variety to Middle Eastern countries such as Iran, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, and Bahrain. This will be the district's first time exporting bananas by sea. read more

W związku z obniżoną zbiorów w Federacji Rosyjskiej spowodowaną majowymi przymrozkami uszkadzającymi sady, Chiny zwiększyły eksport jabłek i gruszek do Rosji. Dane pochodzące z Państwowej Administracji Celnej wskazują, że w październiku wartość tych dostaw owoców z Chin do Rosji osiągnęła. read more

Członkowie Stowarzyszenia Moldova Fruct, wspierani przez Projekt USAID Konkurencyjności i Odporności Wsi w Mołdawii, niedawno uczestniczyli w targach RO Fruits & Vegetables Show w edycji 2024. Wydarzenie, będące znakiem rozpoznawczym sektora świeżych warzyw i owoców, zostało zorganizowane. read more

The 47th week of 2024 was characterized by significant changes in the EastFruit Trade Platform, a major regional hub for fruit and vegetable trading on Telegram. The analysis conducted by the EastFruit team emphasized important developments and fluctuations in prices. Onion sales dominated the market during this period, largely driven by a sudden increase in demand. read more

With the arrival of summer, local markets in New Zealand are now showcasing the first summer fruits of the season. Dean Smith, the newly appointed Chief Executive of Summerfruit NZ, announced the start of the harvest season for cherries, nectarines, peaches, apricots, and plums. The early harvest has... read more