Popyt i podaż winogron stołowych na całym świecie nadal pozostają w ruchu. Nowy raport Table Grape Update 2025 opracowany przez Rabobank informuje, że "całkowity krajobraz eksportu winogron stołowych staje się coraz bardziej dynamiczny, z niektórymi regionami zwiększającymi swoje dostawy, podczas gdy inne wyraźnie pokazują spadkową tendencję". read more

The hardy kiwifruit is a climacteric fruit that is usually harvested before it fully ripens on the vine. This is because its soft peel and pulp can be easily damaged during shipping (Strik and Hummer, 2006). Preserving these delicate fruits poses a significant challenge... read more

Ostatni sezon zbiorów awokado Hass w Kolumbii był trudny ze względu na silną konkurencję, głównie spowodowaną dużym dostępem z Peru. Nadmiar dostaw wpłynął zarówno na rynek amerykański, jak i europejski, które są głównymi miejscami docelowymi kolumbijskich awokado. Ceny na całym świecie były niskie. read more

It is the final phase of the French grape harvest. After two years of low production, French table grapes have bounced back with higher yields this season. However, consumption has been weak, and the market has been affected by the abundance of imported grapes. Faced with a significant... read more

Not only do the Valencian citrus farmers have to deal with fluctuating prices and weather challenges, but now they also have to defend their orchards from two increasingly fierce enemies — wild boars and orange thieves. read more

Egipt nadal umacnia swoją obecność na kanadyjskim rynku pomarańczy, osiągając rekordowy wzrost eksportu, według EastFruit. read more

The improvement in the security situation in the Middle East has been welcomed with relief by Lebanese avocado growers. Over the past two seasons, the war in the Levant has plunged the sector into crisis in Lebanon, with many growers losing access to their land. read more

Health researchers from around the world have identified new research priorities regarding the impact of nuts and dried fruit on human health. They have found links between the consumption of these foods and various aspects of health, including metabolic and cardiovascular health, fertility, immunity, bone health, and brain function. read more

Morocco, which used to be a significant producer of prickly pears, has suffered a significant decline in production of this fruit due to the invasion of the cochineal insect in 2014. Over 140,000 hectares of prickly pear fields have been affected, leading to a virtual disappearance of the fruit in many regions of the country. This has resulted in a sharp increase in prices. read more

Zapotrzebowanie konsumentów na ziemniaki ewoluowało znacząco w ciągu ostatniej dekady. Dzisiaj, decyzje zakupowe są kierowane przez smak, wygodę i różnorodność. "Ten przełom jest szczególnie widoczny w wzroście popularności żółtych ziemniaków, które są bardziej aromatyczne w porównaniu do standardowych ziemniaków russet," mówi. read more

East of Scotland Growers (ESG), along with their vegetable production company ESG Drysdale, have launched a six-month national campaign to bring the humble swede, known as 'neep' in Scotland, back onto Scottish tables. The campaign is titled: 'Neeps Rising: Scotland's rooted revolution'. read more

The 2025/26 campaign of PDO Bologna Potato starts with cautious optimism. The Consortium for the Protection reports a 6% increase in cultivated areas, with a total area reaching 389 hectares. This result confirms the vitality of the supply chain, supported by good... read more

A fruit that doesn't just grow on the plant, but is "raised" with artisanal care. It's the Leonforte IGP Peach, the star of the press tour organized by the Consortium for Protection which, yesterday, guided the specialized press through the peach orchards of the area. read more

Promperú has launched its first national promotional campaign for Peruvian avocados in China, with the goal of expanding retail presence and online visibility in major urban markets. In Shanghai, in-store activations were carried out with More Yogurt, offering a themed experience centered around Peruvian avocados. read more

The production of dessert strawberries and raspberries in foil tunnels is experiencing a real boom in Poland. Currently, dessert fruit cultivation under cover occupies about 1,200 hectares for strawberries and about 1,400 hectares for raspberries (estimated data). The area of fruit cultivation under cover is increasing every year. read more

The Indian apple market is currently experiencing an unusual season characterized by a plentiful domestic supply and a significant decrease in imports from Turkey. Despite strong local production, particularly from Kashmir, changes in international trade patterns are starting to impact availability. read more

After the successful first edition in Milan in March 2025, which gathered more than 120 blueberry growers from various countries such as Italy, France, Germany, Portugal, Serbia, Romania, Belgium, Georgia, Morocco, Guatemala, and Chile, the second edition of the blueberry conference will once again be held in Milan. The event is... read more

"Green oranges? That's normal here," they say at Boerderij Goliath, where they understand exactly how Suriname's tropical climate affects citrus cultivation. The farm and plantation, established in 2010, have grown into a major player in Suriname's fruit sector today. 350 hectares of oranges and read more

The Garden Centre Association (GCA) Barometer of Trade (BoT) for September, released today on October 22, 2025, indicates a strong beginning to Christmas sales with some encouraging figures. Out of the 13 categories tracked by member garden centers, 10 showed positive growth compared to 2024, with clothing being among the top performers. read more

Wild chimpanzees in Côte d'Ivoire and Uganda consume the equivalent of a bottle of beer's worth of alcohol daily by eating ripe, naturally fermented fruits such as figs and plums, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley, suggest that this behavior supports the concept of the "drunken monkey." read more