The UK's strawberry season experienced its typical highs and lows throughout the summer, with the mild, overcast weather resulting in very good brix levels. "June was good, but we struggled for three weeks in August due to oversupply and low demand," said Sandy Booth from New Forest Fruit. read more

Wrap has suggested that the government should consider banning packaging on several fruits and vegetables sold by UK retailers by 2030. read more

This was clarified by the participants of the Federal Committee for Fruit and Vegetables (BOG) during their meeting on October 15 and 16, 2024 in Berlin. read more

The focus was on computer vision systems and so-called dendrometers for monitoring fruit growth. The LIDO network, founded in 2023, now includes 30 local and international partners who use this platform to further develop their technologies. read more

Gradually, more producers are entering the sale of persimmons. In Spain, the supply is increasing. So far, the quantities can be marketed without any problems. The demand in Central Europe is strong. The German market is also developing lively. The share of households that recently read more

Hailstorms have affected approximately 1,500 hectares of production in the Valencia region, with citrus and persimmon crops being among the most severely impacted, according to the agricultural union Ava-Asaja. read more

Argentina's National Institute of Agricultural Technology (Inta) has developed a Japanese-style plum named Silvana Inta. This variety was obtained through natural pollination of the Letizia variety and is known for its exceptional organoleptic characteristics. read more

Calavo Growers has named Anna Kirsch as the director of business development. In this newly established position, Kirsch will lead the company's strategic growth efforts in the avocado business sector. read more

Two South African fruit growing and marketing companies have expanded their presence in the South African apple and pear industry by acquiring Western Cape fruit farms that were formerly owned by Capespan Agri. read more

The Raspberry Economics in Production project has received £1 million in funding from the UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI) Innovate UK program, with the aim of enhancing the sustainability of raspberry production in the UK. read more

The 2024 Peruvian avocado campaign is expected to conclude on a positive note despite facing a challenging production scenario. According to consultancy FreshFruit Peru, shipments are projected to reach 591,000 tonnes by the end of the year, with a total worth of US$1.27 billion. read more

SanLucar will invite consumers to "Dive into the fun with sweet fruits" as part of its latest collaboration with Disney. The promotional packs of branded citrus, mangoes, avocados will be available in stores in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Belgium, Romania, Poland, and Sweden starting next month. read more

Morocco is planning to resume the export of mandarins to Russia by the end of this year after a temporary suspension, as reported by Rue20. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica is launching its 2025 roadshow of Meet Ups to showcase industry innovation, deepen its connections in key markets, and build even greater momentum for the trade show's return to Hong Kong on 3-5 September 2025. read more

The October 2024 edition of Asiafruit Magazine is now accessible to subscribers on the Asiafruit app – available on Apple, Android, and desktop platforms – providing the most recent news and insights from the rapidly evolving fresh produce markets across Asia. read more

Mountain Blue has announced a trial of plastic-free packaging for its Eureka blueberry brand in collaboration with Opal and the supermarket retailer Coles Group. read more

W odległym regionie Karnali w Nepalu, niedawne postępy w zakresie łączności drogowej dały miejscowej ludności, zwłaszcza plantatorom jabłek, iskierkę nadziei, umożliwiając im dostęp do rynków i uzyskanie rozsądnych cen za swoje produkty. Jednakże, niewystarczająca jakość konstrukcji tych dróg. read more

"Peru continues to solidify its position as one of the world's top avocado exporters. With over 70,000 hectares dedicated to avocado cultivation, Peru is currently the second largest exporter of avocados globally, trailing only behind Mexico. In Europe, Peru holds a market share of approximately 45% in the avocado trade." read more

Carrefour has presented the I Study on Consumption Habits and Healthy Eating in Spain. A report that delves into the habits and nutrition that the company has

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