AUSVEG continues to provide updates on the biosecurity response following the discovery of the tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) in South Australia in August. The National Management Group (NMG), comprising representatives from all Australian governments and industry stakeholders who have signed the Emergency Plant Pest Agreement, is involved in the response efforts. read more

After Brussels sprouts, raclette potatoes, leeks, and asparagus, it is now the turn of carrots to join the Minute range launched by Priméale in 2018. Given the popularity it has generated on the market, this range meets the needs of consumers. "Consumer research has shown that the French do not read more

The New Zealand pipfruit sector plays a significant role in the national economy, generating nearly $2 billion in total revenue impact. This economic activity benefits not only the horticulture and fruit growing sector, where apples and pears represent 20% of the gross domestic product (GDP) but read more

The alliance seeks to modernize neighborhood fruit shops by allowing them to be "in the palm of the hand" of customers 24 hours a day. In an environment where the new generations buy from anywhere and at any time, the website/APP of read more

Pink Lady®, the famous Italian apple with the heart-shaped sticker, known for its crispiness, sweetness, and quality, presents a delicious Limited Edition for the upcoming Christmas: the "Pink Lady® Christmas Tree", an original Christmas tree to be enjoyed, in collaboration with the. read more

Shine Muscat grapes are grown in different domestic production areas, each with its own unique characteristics. In Yuncheng, Shanxi Province, China, Shine Muscat grapes ripen and are harvested by the end of August, a timing that differs from other production areas such as Yunnan. read more

According to François Bellivier, head of development at Capexo, November was a "relatively balanced" month for the avocado market. He stated that apart from the last week, which is typically the worst week of the year in terms of consumption, prices have been very good on the French market. While not as exceptional read more

The Interbranch Association for Fresh French Fruit and Vegetables has launched a project to introduce a wide selection of premium French apples to Mumbai, targeting the preferences of Indian fruit enthusiasts. Some of the varieties being introduced include Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Royal Gala, Granny. read more

Researchers from Tknika, a regional government research center, and the Eurecat technology center collaborated to create a robot that integrates artificial intelligence and visual technology for harvesting delicate fruits like strawberries. The robot was showcased at Expo AgriTech 2024, a read more

The Special Fruit & Vegetable 2024 event, in addition to reaching the milestone of 25 years, a record for an event in the fruit and vegetable sector, has also distinguished itself with other achievements, starting with over 700 registered participants, including 90 retail chains represented by 120 delegates and a total of 135 brand partners. read more

Vietnam is famous for its coconuts, including the brown variety, which offer a perfect combination of coconut water and firm, slightly sweet flesh, making them suitable for both consumption as a beverage and for cooking. The Coco Produce Company sources and packages coconuts in the Mekong Delta, producing 200 tonnes each month. read more

Jan Wąchała from the village of Wola Kosnowa near Łącko decided to invest in growing raspberries in plastic tunnels. In this 7-hectare fruit farm, until recently, only apples, pears, and plums were grown, and the fruits were sold through intermediaries. read more

South African pears imported into Canada will return to a more regular start time this coming season. "This year it is about seven to 10 days later than last year but last year was early so generally it's more of a 'normal' start," says Peter Martino of FPD East, Inc. South Africa will begin... read more

Extraordinary start for the new season of Ribera Orange Dop, already available from November 18th in markets, at the counters of the best Italian and European fruit boutiques, and in large organized distribution. Among the numerous initiatives of the Consortium for the Protection of Ribera Orange Dop... read more

TikTokers are now using onions as a home remedy for persistent coughs, following viral videos. Amoreena McNally, who had tried traditional treatments without success for months, tried placing raw onion slices on her chest under a hot water-filled Ziploc bag. She experienced temporary relief, but the effectiveness of this method remains uncertain. read more

Spain has been maintaining worrying rates of overweight in children aged 6 to 9 for decades, and it is still urgent to promote healthy eating habits and the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables, which have also been declining in our country for the past 10 years. read more

In the prestigious setting of the 25th edition of the Special Fruit & Vegetables event, organized by IFN in collaboration with Markup, a session dedicated to excellence in the sector took place on November 27th at the Grand Tour Italia congress center in Bologna. read more

'Potatoholics' is the term used by the people at Agristo to describe their 1,300 employees working at their three French fry factories in Belgium and the Netherlands. This number is expected to increase significantly, as the company has definite plans to establish production sites in northern France and India. While details are still a bit unclear, read more

Mirosław Maliszewski, a Member of the Polish Parliament and President of the Polish Fruit Growers Association, revealed that during the 2022/2023 season, Egypt imported approximately 158,754 tons of European apples, with a total value of €71.785 million. This information was shared during a conference organized by the "Time. read more

Mimo że większość grzybów jest spożywana na świeżo, niektórzy klienci wolą produkty z grzybów, które oferują tę samą wartość odżywczą, ale mają korzyść z dłuższego okresu przechowywania. "W odpowiedzi na rosnące zapotrzebowanie konsumentów, wprowadzimy do sprzedaży detalicznej linię ekologicznych suszonych kawałków grzybów, a także detaliczną". read more