The ban, as reported by reefertrends, has already led to income losses among South African farmers as demand has decreased. Botswana's President Dr. Mokgweetsi Masisi has defended the decision, stating that the import ban on vegetables is a read more

Reefertrends reports this, citing the retailer Tesco. According to them, the demand for blueberries increased by 27% last year. This surge in popularity is attributed to the growing awareness of the fruit's health benefits. Blueberries are rich in... read more

The heat in July has affected the yields of some crops, according to analysts. In particular, vegetable and potato harvests are expected to be smaller than last year. The NBU lowered its estimate for the vegetable harvest from 8.5 million tonnes to 7.9 million tonnes. The situation remains unchanged for the. read more

This is shown by the latest estimate from the Statistical Service of the French Ministry of Agriculture (Agreste). According to this, the total production for 2024 is estimated at 280,500 tons of melons; that would be 10% less than in 2023. However, the average of the past five years would still be about read more

In Switzerland, artichoke production is a small niche. According to the Agricultural Information Service (LID), Swiss artichokes are in season from July to October. read more

As QS informs with reference to the BVL, the partial revocation also applies to corresponding applications of the Carneol distribution expansion (permit no.: 006899-60). read more

This year, guests of the DOGK have the choice between two excursions: One to Limgroup BV, Horst, where asparagus and strawberries are important seasonal products. In Horst, they will learn about the important aspects of breeding and how long it takes for a new variety to reach the market. read more

To celebrate the new Peruvian blueberry season, Chinese importer Shanghai Junli and US producer and marketer North Bay Produce Produce held a joint season launch ceremony at the Huizhan Market in Shanghai on 6 August. During the event, the first container of North Bay Produce-branded Peruvian
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To celebrate the new Peruvian blueberry season, Chinese importer Shanghai Junli and US producer and marketer North Bay Produce Produce held a joint season launch ceremony at the Huizhan Market in Shanghai on 6 August. During the event, the first container of North Bay Produce-branded Peruvian
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A new high-yielding, disease-resistant and sweet-flavoured strawberry has hit Australian retail shelves after more than five years of development by growers and plant breeding experts.  read more

W ostatniej aktualizacji eksport świeżych winogron z Mołdawii do Unii Europejskiej odnotował znaczny wzrost, więcej niż podwajając swoją objętość w ciągu siedmiu miesięcy w 2024 roku w porównaniu do odpowiadającego okresu w 2023 roku. Konkretnie ilość wzrosła z 5,015 do 12,527 ton. read more

Nutritional profile of melon

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The harvest of Williams pears in Mantua started at the beginning of August, about ten days earlier than usual, and will be sold by La Grande Bellezza Italiana at the end of August under the 'Pera di Mantova IGP' brand. "We are dedicated to promoting the finest Italian fruits and vegetables and we read more

Tylko 30% ukraińskich producentów cebuli ma dostęp do profesjonalnych obiektów magazynowych, co może prowadzić do wysokich cen wiosną pomimo obecnego nadprodukcji. Ten problem został podkreślony w wywiadzie z Andrijem Marushczakiem, Dyrektorem Handlowym firmy Van Dijk Technics, specjalizującej się w tej dziedzinie. read more

Zbiory fig rozpoczęły się we wczesnych regionach Turcji, a sezon wygląda obiecująco, mówi Murat Koygun, założyciel i dyrektor generalny tureckiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Kayra Tarımsal Ltd.: „Jako lider eksportu w sektorze, turecki sezon fig rozpoczął się dobrze. Rozpoczęliśmy zbieranie." read more

Explore the export opportunities for fruits and vegetables from Egypt and Morocco within three days through the 'FAO/EBRD Project: Food Security Package SEMED – Diversifying and Adding Value to Export Markets'! After a successful kick-off in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, we are now moving southeast and extending an invitation. read more

The Ukrainian National Office of Intellectual Property and Innovation (IP Office) has officially granted Geographic Indication (GI) status to the "Kherson Watermelon." This prestigious designation is reserved for watermelons cultivated in the sandy soils of the Tavria region, specifically within Kherson. read more

Irrigation is a key component of agricultural production in the Riverina region. From rice, cotton, cereals, fruits, and vegetables to grapes, dairy, sheep, hay, and grazing pastures, the region is famous for its wide variety of produce. Marc and Stacey Brooke are an example of a couple who read more

"At this time of year, in addition to our regular offerings, we also have Friggitelli peppers and colorful Datterino tomatoes available. These products are grown on our farm located right next to the processing plant," says Massimiliano Ceccarini, the managing director of Sipo (a company based in Bellaria Igea Marina, just outside... read more

AUSVEG, Australia's national peak industry body representing vegetable, potato, and onion growers, will be participating in Asia Fruit Logistica this year along with 12 Australian growers who export their products. AUSVEG is owned and operated by growers, who contribute to one third of Australia's horticulture industry output valued at $5.8 billion. read more