The growing shortage of personnel in the catering and communal catering industries has led to an increase in demand for cut and pre-cut fruits and vegetables. Daniel Rohrseitz, the owner of the family business bearing the same name located in the Frischezentrum Frankfurt, notes that pre-cut fruit products are in high demand. read more

The region of Souss Massa in central Morocco is renowned for its cultivation of early vegetables. However, in recent years, the production of soft fruits in this area has been on the rise, with an increasing number of farmers entering this sector. Ittou Aouragh, a soft fruit farmer in the Souss Massa region, states: read more

The breeding program is the core of the Italian Breeders' Consortium (CIV) activities. A crucial aspect of this effort is the selection of new clones. In the early apple segment, CIV has chosen two new Gala clones that exhibit particularly interesting characteristics: T-Rex®/CIVT15 and T-Rex®/CIVT15. read more

Rotterdam, one of the world's largest fresh produce ports, is of primary importance for European fruit and vegetable imports and exports. In order to enhance and expand this prominent position, the Rotterdam Food Hub will be developed at the Kop van de Beer. This location was selected due to its read more

At a global level, the consumption of snacks has significantly increased, from 62.3 million tons in 2019 to approximately 68 million tons by the end of 2023, according to an analysis by the German statistics portal Statista. This increase reflects a read more

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There is a rising interest in agro-voltaics, especially now that institutions have started accepting applications. A company press release states, "There are numerous design and installation companies willing to collaborate with interested farms and other parties to construct the structures." read more

The supply of mangoes from Mexico is reaching the end of the season. "Southern Sinaloa is almost finished, and we are now in the Los Mochis region, which is producing very large Keitt mangos ranging from size 3s to 6s and 7s. The duration of this season will depend on how long the favorable weather conditions persist," says. read more

"The initial batch of 2024 zero-residue figs was shipped out from our warehouse at the start of August. Harvesting activities began approximately two weeks earlier than planned due to extremely high temperatures, which hastened the ripening of the fruit but also resulted in a 20% reduction in size and yield. Subsequently, we encountered some challenges with the crop." read more

According to FreshPlaza, the imports of Moroccan tomatoes by EU member states from September 2023 to May 2024 decreased by 6.8% compared to the same period in the previous year. read more

For years, the main importer has been the Netherlands. Last year, the Netherlands delivered around 10,160 tons of beans to Germany. This represents more than a doubling of imports compared to 2022. Once the season in Central Europe is over, beans from overseas will be increasingly traded. read more

This information is provided by reefertrends and is based on a report from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). According to the report, cherry production is expected to increase by 8% to 20,000 tons, while a 6% increase is forecasted for peaches and nectarines. The exports... read more

The Marssonina leaf spot disease occurs in apple orchards with reduced fungicide application during the summer. The fungus usually causes star-shaped necrotic lesions on the leaves, which later turn yellow and eventually fall off prematurely. In severe cases, the tree canopies may defoliate before the... read more

In past school years, numerous schools in the six orchard paradise districts of Böblingen, Esslingen, Göppingen, Reutlingen, Tübingen, and Zollernalbkreis have booked the popular orchard education program. The orchard educators work together with the read more

The event took place at the farm of Gaston Michielsens in Rilland, who has planted hazelnuts on 28.5 hectares and is thus the largest nut farming operation in the Netherlands. The field and pear farmer plans to transition his operation entirely to nut and pear cultivation in the future. read more

A snack-sized apple supplier Rockit Global is preparing for its Back to School campaign in the Middle East, which is considered a crucial sales period in the Middle East and North Africa region. read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce is excited to present its Del Monte Rubyglow pineapples, the latest innovation resulting from over 15 years of research and development. This effort has led to the company obtaining a registered plant patent in the United States. Due to its limited production volume, this fruit is naturally ripened. read more

Sure! Currently, I hold a senior position in the fresh produce industry where I oversee the sourcing, distribution, and marketing of various fruits and vegetables. In this role, I work closely with suppliers, retailers, and other stakeholders to ensure the quality and availability of our products in the market.

In my previous roles, I have worked in various capacities within the fresh produce sector, including as a procurement manager, sales representative, and product development specialist. In these roles, I gained valuable experience in negotiating contracts, building relationships with suppliers and customers, and developing new products to meet market demands. Overall, my background in the industry has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of the fresh produce supply chain and market dynamics. read more

In the economic year 2022/23 (July-June), Egypt has risen to become the third largest supplier of fresh strawberries after Kazakhstan, with a total of 280 tons leading the way. For comparison: In the previous four economic years, the annual export of this berry was read more

For several weeks now and expectedly until mid-September, fruit farmers have been harvesting the delicious fruits from the trees and are expecting a good yield, as stated by the Chamber of Agriculture NRW. The early start of the vegetation in spring has led to an earlier harvest. read more