With the first official harvest overseen by federal Agriculture Minister David Clarinval, the Conference season has finally begun. Van Haelst Fruit has also begun harvesting quietly, but larger volumes are expected to come out steadily starting from Monday. "It's a nice period again. Although there was read more

Argentina's National Agri-Food Health and Quality Service (Senasa) has certified the first export of blueberries with quarantine treatment at the source: 4 tons of fruit that departed from a plant in Concordia, Entre Ríos province, headed for the United States. This operation marks the beginning of the 2024 blueberry season. read more

Wspólna operacja przeprowadzona przez hiszpańską Policję Narodową oraz służby sądowe Portugalii doprowadziła do rozpracowania przestępczej organizacji specjalizującej się w przemytach kokainy do Hiszpanii w skrzynkach z ananasami. Trzy osoby zaangażowane w ten proceder zostały aresztowane w trakcie operacji. Śledztwo rozpoczęło się w maju. read more

Produkcja owoców pestkowych w Australii ma wzrosnąć w roku marketingowym (MY) 2024/25, po powyżejprzeciętnej opadach deszczu wpłynęły na niektóre regiony podczas okresu zbiorów w MY 2023/24, co miało wpływ na ogólną produkcję i jakość. Produkcja wiśni ma wzrosnąć o osiem procent, podczas gdy read more

Grupo Visa from Costa Rica produces and sells fresh pineapples, frozen pineapples, pineapple juice, and dehydrated pineapple. This diversified approach enables them to utilize the fruit to its fullest potential and minimize waste. Max Paniagua, the sales manager at Grupo Visa, emphasized the importance of innovation. read more

For the 14th edition of the Open Orchards event, 36 eco-responsible orchards will welcome visitors, including some making their debut this year. This year's edition promises "a well-distributed presence across the country," allowing more consumers to discover France's favorite fruit firsthand. read more

"I recently observed a group of harvested potatoes being transported in one direction, while another group of seed potatoes was moving in the opposite direction," mentions Ab Nieuwkerk in mid-July. He is the third generation leading a Dutch company bearing the same name. Ab's observation highlights the current state of potato cultivation. read more

Możesz widzieć małe drzewa w białych okładach na wzgórzach wzdłuż autostrad. Chronią one drzewa cytrusowe przed azjatyckim psyllidem cytrusowym, a tym samym przed chorobą cytrusową. Nowe badania Uniwersytetu Florydy pokazują, że drzewa rosnące pod indywidualnymi osłonami ochronnymi (IPCs) również dobrze się rozwijają. read more

Climate plays a significant role in the banana supply chain, with warmer temperatures and heavy rainfall affecting production volumes, especially in South American growing countries. Ecuador experienced a 1.6% decrease in exports up to July 2024, primarily as a result of climatic factors causing lower yields. In North America, the situation is different. read more

BiteRiot grows between 1200-1500 tonnes of cherries per year in central western New South Wales, Australia, from Mudgee, Nashdale, and Orange, spanning approximately 150 hectares. "We export fresh cherries to various Asian markets and the Middle East. Our main markets include Vietnam, South Korea, read more

In July 2024, Peru exported 4,688 tons of ginger for $9.7 million, which was a decrease of 20.3% in volume but an increase of 9.4% in value compared to the 5,885 tons of ginger it exported for $8.9 million in the same month last year. This increase in value is primarily due to a 37.3% rise in the price of ginger compared to the previous year. read more

Według komunikatu prasowego firmy "PAEK" LLC, jedno z ich gospodarstw w Ukrainie straciło jedną czwartą swojego późno sezonowego zbioru kapusty z powodu ekstremalnego upału. Siewki zostały posadzone na początku lipca, gdy temperatura przekroczyła 40°C (104°F). Pomimo starań o złagodzenie szkód poprzez nawadnianie, upał doprowadził do... read more

Certifications have become a fundamental requirement for fruit and vegetable exporters who aim to access the international market. Arno van der Maden, founder of the Costa Rican company N&S del Trópico, has been a leading figure in this industry, offering guidance to producers and exporters in Latin America. read more

Schisandra berries, also known as Chinese magnolia vine, are slowly gaining recognition among health enthusiasts and phytopharmacology experts for their unique healing properties. The growing trend towards a healthy lifestyle is promoting Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis), referred to as Wu Wei Zi in Asia. read more

According to analysts from EastFruit, the Ukrainian plum market is currently dealing with an oversupply issue, leading to a substantial drop in prices. Local wholesale businesses are experiencing weak demand for plums, while the supply of plums keeps increasing due to seasonal factors. read more

Reinhard Schedlbauer, the founder and general manager of AgroAndino Peru, has spearheaded a transformation process that has positioned his company as a leading producer and exporter of organic cape gooseberry. Established in the Cajamarca region, the company has transitioned from initially focusing on dehydrated products. read more

The Cornell-developed "PhytoPatholoBot" detects spectral signatures of three types of destructive grape diseases – powdery mildew, downy mildew, and grapevine leafroll virus – enabling early management of pathogens without the need for farmworkers to identify them. Ultimately, data collected by such a system can lead to improved disease control and grape production. read more

The EU calculated the price of apples in July based on the simple average of the four major EU member states. It was €93 per 100 kgs, which was €3 lower compared to the previous month. The monthly apple prices per 100 kgs were €66.5 for Poland, €139 for France, €78.7 for Germany, and for Italy, the price was not provided. read more

"'Heat, holidays, and bananas never go together,' says Robert Greeve of Anaco & Greeve in Poeldijk. So, for that reason, the banana market showed a dip in the past three weeks. 'But we are not complaining. Banana prices are on average higher than last year, and last week the market rebounded." read more

Belgian grapes have faced challenges in recent years, with high energy costs and difficulties in finding successors for growers raising concerns about the future of the Belgian product. However, despite these obstacles, Belgian grapes continue to be as popular as ever. This is once again evident this year at the. read more