Blueberries continue to have a strong presence in European and other high-income markets. Although there may be occasional oversupply issues due to seasonal gluts, Georgia is not expected to be affected by this. The harvest season for blueberries in Georgia typically runs from mid-May to mid-July, with a slight delay this year due to weather conditions. read more

The exceptionally sunny spring in a region of Northern Ireland had an impact on the Comber earlies season, resulting in the first harvest of new potatoes in the area, which have a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status. A grower mentioned that it was "a really good growing season," attributing it to the dry conditions in early May. read more

New Forest Fruit is one of the earliest producers to have British strawberries on the market, thanks to their location in Hampshire, southern England. "We picked our first strawberries at the end of March, which is our typical starting time," said Sandy Booth, owner of New Forest Fruit. "The volumes read more

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The Valencian enterprise with German roots, San Lucar Fruit, is introducing blueberries to its operations in Cariñena, Spain. Plans involve acquiring 420 hectares of vineyards for blueberry, kiwi, table grape, and tropical fruit cultivation. Initial transplantation of blueberries has commenced. read more

Agbiz raises concerns about the contentious Merchant Shipping Bill (2023) in South Africa, particularly the cabotage restrictions it includes. These proposed limitations may impact the essential logistical support required for exporting perishable goods like fruits. Annelize Crosby from the Agricultural read more

The Valdostan cooperative Cofruits has joined Op Joinfruit in Verzuolo (Cn): a meeting of shared values and perspectives. Joinfruit and Cofruits are committed to pursuing a primary goal, the production of superior quality products – particularly apples. read more

Since the beginning of the 2024 fruit season, the price of yellow lemons in China has been steadily increasing, with the most significant rise occurring in April and May. However, since mid-to-late June, price fluctuations have eased and the growth rate has slowed, although there is still an overall upward trend. read more

India, a leading exporter of mangoes, is implementing a protocol for transporting mangoes by sea to international markets. This strategy is designed to maintain quality and reduce losses due to spoilage. Following successful sea transport trials with bananas and pomegranates to Rotterdam, the... read more

In recent years, Egypt has transitioned from being a marginal player to an emerging competitor in the global blueberry market, attracting the attention of more and more European and American companies, as reported by east-fruit.com. Some Spanish and Dutch companies have already initiated projects in the sector. read more

Rathod. "We have seen a steady demand for Chilean grapes in the Indian market, thanks to their quality and reliability." Nova Fresco, an importer of fresh and dried fruits in India, has been able to thrive in the face of domestic competition. read more

Wraz z wejściem Brazylii w drugą połowę sezonu winogron, odmiana ARRA Cherry Crush zyskuje na popularności i zainteresowaniu na rynku. Udział producentów rośnie, a popyt ze strony głównych importerów nadal rośnie. Georgios Bitsakos, Dyrektor Marketingu Marki w firmie Grapa, zauważa, że... read more

ADQ and Limagrain have entered into exclusive discussions for ADQ to acquire a 35 percent stake in Limagrain Vegetable Seeds (LVS), the vegetable seed division of Limagrain. ADQ is an active sovereign investor with a focus on critical infrastructure and global supply chains. As a strategic partner, ADQ can provide support for LVS's growth and expansion plans. read more

Due to reports in the media about various intermediary companies planning to purchase blackcurrants for processing with exceedances of acetamiprid residues compared to the levels specified in the amended regulations,

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Niemniej jednak, mimo ogólnego braku kontenerów oferowanych przez linie żeglugowe, proces wysyłki przebiega płynnie. Zauważalne jest również, że średni wiek dostarczanych przesyłek jest znacznie młodszy niż to miało miejsce w większości ostatnich sezonów - mówi Jaco Burger, dyrektor zarządzający Market Demand Fruits. read more

From Tuesday, June 24th to Thursday, June 26th, Interpera 2025 was held in Hasselt. Stakeholders from across the European pear sector convened in Belgium for the first time in Interpera's history. Organized by VBT and ARELFH, the event not only looked back on previous advancements but also provided valuable opportunities. read more

The greenhouses that were once full of fruit-bearing vegetables are now being used to grow various cabbage crops, as well as onions and leeks. These plants are not grown for consumption, but for seed production. Bastiaan Borst, a former chrysanthemum grower, and his son Timo have ventured into seed production in these greenhouses. read more

In the scenic Senapati hills of Manipur, 38-year-old florist Nelly Chacheya is transforming vegetable waste into unique creations. She creates stylish dolls using discarded corn husks and silk, and even uses corn silk to style their hair. Each doll is intricately hand-painted and adorned with dried flowers. read more

As the UK and EU potato markets experience significant price decreases, there was an unusual trend observed in the Maris Piper potato market in the UK. The Exw Scotland EBP for Maris Piper potatoes increased to £175/mt on June 17, in contrast to other potato EBPs which saw a 35% week-on-week decrease. Prices eventually stabilized at £130/mt. read more

Angus Soft Fruits presented its new berry brand, Good Natured Berries, at the 2025 Royal Highland Show. The launch included berries packaged in cardboard punnets and displayed at a branded stand, which was honored with a Highly Commended Stand Award. The award acknowledged the design and presentation. read more