One of the most fascinating trends, which is captivating the young generations and palates in search of unique sensory experiences, is that of "swicy", a perfect mix of sweet and spicy that combines the sweetness of food with a more spicy and bold touch. read more

Decreasing consumption (-10% over 5 years), sharp price increase (+52% between 2019-23), yellow-fleshed varieties not gaining market share and growing in production at the expense of green varieties, which are penalized by decreasing yields due to environmental and disease-related factors. read more

Chuck Hill from The Onion House in Weslaco, TX, reported a slowdown in the onion market as of October 16, noting a decrease in demand. Despite this, Hill emphasized the outstanding quality of onions from their Olathe grower and mentioned that shipments from Corinne, UT, are expected to commence. read more

The Agri-food Centers of Emilia-Romagna, gathered in a network, took part in the mission organized by the Emilia-Romagna Region to Singapore, which concludes today. With six million inhabitants, the city-state offers opportunities for the fruit and vegetable supply chains of the region. Already activated. read more

"Spain is a crucial market for Peruvian fresh products like avocados, blueberries, grapes, and mangoes. Peru is the second largest avocado supplier to Spain, after Mexico. Spain serves as a key destination for a variety of Peruvian fresh products, highlighting the importance of this market for Peru." read more

Almost two years after the launch of the Le Zuppe line, Annaturatraccia enthusiastically assesses its progress. The range currently includes 3 varieties: the Ortolana, made with chard, carrots, spinach, and savoy cabbage; the Contadina, consisting of a mix of grains, legumes, and vegetables; and the Legumes and Cereals, with spelt. read more

In a warehouse located north of Chisinau, Moldova, Stefan Bitlan, a prominent exporter of plums, is preparing his shipment for Germany, choosing to target the European Union market instead of Russia. Moldova, situated between Ukraine and Romania, is on the verge of a referendum for EU membership, which is being endorsed by the President. read more

Opinion Poll, it seems that the general population is less happy with the rainy weather as it has caused some inconvenience and disruptions to daily activities. read more

This week in the fruit wholesale market, there was an increase in the supply of imported pineapples and Chinese avocados, while Peruvian blueberries saw a rise in volume but a slight decrease in price. On the other hand, durian prices are going up due to limited availability. read more

Producers are optimistic about the upcoming orange season in Cordoba in 2024/25, as initial indicators point towards higher production volumes compared to last year. The Regional Government of Andalusia released production estimates last month based on data collected in August. read more

The Polish apple growers have had to pick the apples faster than usual, according to Jan Nowakowski, the manager of the Polish apple exporter Genesis Fresh. He stated, "The new Polish apple season started two weeks earlier compared to the previous year. We had a dry summer, warm autumn, and we had to harvest apples quickly." read more

"Consumers love a good story but they're wary of greenwashing," notes Kobus Pienaar, program manager of the Woolworths Farming for the Future program, designed to provide Woolies customers with evidence of the mindfulness with which their fruits and vegetables are grown. "We enjoy explaining to them." read more

The European Union (EU) market for peaches and nectarines has exhibited intriguing trends in recent years, especially in terms of production, trade, and pricing. The production area of peaches and nectarines in EU member states has experienced minor fluctuations from 2017 to 2023. Italy and Spain, in particular, have... read more

Prognozy dotyczące wpływu huraganu Milton na przemysł cytrusowy na Florydzie były złowrogie. Chociaż oceny dotyczące tego, jak branża przetrwała znaczące zjawisko pogodowe, są wciąż w toku, niektórzy plantatorzy i eksporterzy raportują lepsze wyniki niż się spodziewano. "To nie miało być. read more

For years, Conad Nord Ovest has been working to promote local excellence and producers operating in the areas where the cooperative is active. This commitment led to the creation of the "I nostri Ori" line in 2021, offering locally sourced fruits, vegetables, and seafood. read more

Rok 2024 był skomplikowany dla produkcji awokado w Peru, ponieważ ciągłe niekorzystne warunki pogodowe wpłynęły na regularność zbiorów. Pomimo tych przeszkód w łańcuchu produkcji, sektor komercyjny awokado wykazał zdolność reakcji, co pozwoliło mu zakończyć kampanię pozytywnie. read more

In Ukraine, the pricing trends for cucumbers and tomatoes on different retail platforms are being monitored by sources such as "Hvylya", the Minfin portal, the Capital Market, and the Odessa market "Pochatok". With winter approaching, there is an upward trend in the prices of these vegetables. read more

Irani apples are entering the market. Hadi Mirzaei, CEO of Darya Noosh Payab Trading, anticipates a vibrant marketing campaign despite a decrease in volume this year. The grower explains: "We experienced a cold winter and spring in Iran, leading to lower apple yields. However, I can assure importers that we..." read more

Wzrost eksportu świeżych bananów z Peru odnotował spadek po raz drugi z rzędu we wrześniu, pomimo wzrostu średniej ceny. W tym okresie kluczowe rynki, takie jak Stany Zjednoczone i Holandia, doświadczyły fluktuacji w poziomach importu, negatywnie wpływając na sytuację. read more

Bananas grown in the Spanish Canary Islands are not the only ones produced in a European country. In fact, while bananas are cultivated far from the European mainland, near the Atlantic coasts of Africa, there are also bananas grown in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea. read more