Four organizations in the Philippines, representing a collective of 14,000 smallholder farmers, agrarian reform beneficiaries, and marginalized rural communities, are seeking international support to stop a World Bank-funded project that they say endangers their livelihoods and land. read more

The first organic sweet potatoes from Lower Saxony, Germany, were harvested in week 39. "After the subsequent rainfall, we have now paused the harvest for a short time. We don't expect to start the main harvest until around October 12, as the tubers still need a little more mass, which in turn." read more

Według danych monitorowanych codziennie przez projekt EastFruit, ceny cebuli na Ukrainie zaczęły stopniowo spadać w tym tygodniu. Producenci zgłaszają zauważalne osłabienie popytu na ten produkt, podczas gdy podaż na rynku stopniowo rośnie z powodu trwających prac żniwnych.

According to daily monitoring data from the EastFruit project, onion prices in Ukraine have started to gradually decrease this week. Producers report a noticeable weakening in demand for this product, while supply in the market is gradually increasing due to ongoing harvest activities. read more

In 2024, vegetable prices in Ukraine have significantly risen due to decreased production levels caused by the ongoing war. The main factors contributing to this increase are abnormal weather conditions and a reduction in cultivated areas. The war has resulted in the temporary occupation of parts of the country. read more

A food that everyone agrees on at the table? Potatoes! More than one billion people worldwide eat them and global production exceeds 300 million tons. In Italy, we are among the top consumers, pushing the queens of tubers to the fifth place among foods. read more

Despite the recent rainy spells that have made harvesting more difficult, the carrot season is progressing normally. "We are satisfied with the quality of the carrots, with good uniformity in size. Yields are also fairly good, although lower in recent weeks due to the increasingly complex weather… read more

Johanna Mártiz, a researcher at the Catholic University and head of the Citrus Genetic Improvement program, has introduced Isabelina, a new mandarin variety that has the potential to revolutionize Chile's citrus industry. Developed after seventeen years of research, Isabelina is a seedless, easy-to-peel fruit. read more

Agrochemicals Association of Kenya (AAK Grow) has identified pests such as leaf miners, fruit flies, maize stalk borer, Tuta absoluta, and anthracnose as major threats to food crops and vegetation in Kenya, with climate change exacerbating the situation. read more

Warner's Distillery, a UK-based company, has expanded its Trash & Treasure line by introducing Banana Rum. This innovative product uses overripe bananas to prevent them from going to waste in landfills. The Banana Rum is known for its distinct flavor profile, which includes... read more

Mexico maintained its position as the world's leading supplier of fresh asparagus until 2021. However, in 2022, Peru regained the top spot after five years, pushing Mexico into second place. Since then, Mexico has concentrated on expanding its presence in markets that are also supplied by Peru, such as the UK. read more

FruitMasters, the largest fruit cooperative in the Netherlands, is aiming to establish a new standard for apples in stores by introducing a taste guide at the beginning of the topfruit season, as reported by Fruitnet. read more

Kazakh growers are facing difficulties in the market due to intense competition from imported products. Reports show that in the first seven months of 2024, Kazakhstan saw a 58% rise in apple imports compared to the same period in 2023, reaching around 107.3 million. read more

Once again, on the main day of Fruit Attraction, the awards ceremony for the Internet Stars Awards took place, organized by Fruit Today magazine and sponsored by Euro Pool System and Proexport, with the collaboration of Fepex and the Madrid trade fair itself. read more

"The 2024 edition of Fruit Attraction is a special one for UNITEC. Not only because of the spirit with which they participate, which is as always, characterized by constant and meticulous attention to innovation that translates into concrete results, but also because it comes after a difficult time." read more

W tym roku ukraińskie przedsiębiorstwo "Agrotrade" boryka się z wyzwaniami związanymi z uprawą orzeszków ziemnych, a plony mają być niższe niż oczekiwano. Główną przyczyną jest brak opadów deszczu od momentu siewu. Pomimo że orzeszki ziemne są odporne na suszę, sucha pogoda wpłynęła negatywnie na ilość i jakość strąków. read more

A start-up in Oban, UK is focused on developing eco-friendly packaging solutions by using onion skins to create a sustainable alternative to traditional packaging materials. Renuka Ramanujam, CEO of HUID, has shifted from using onion skins as a dye source to innovating in the packaging industry. read more

Cpr System, a company specialized in the production of reusable crates for agri-food logistics, after establishing Cpr Iberia, a subsidiary dedicated to operations in Spain, discusses developments in the Iberian market at Fruit Attraction. Growth and new center. read more

Producing fruits and vegetables in a sustainable and environmentally friendly manner that respects the health of the environment and people is already a reality within reach of any farmer, thanks to biological control of pests and diseases in crops. However, not all producers are currently aware. read more

The Chilean Cherry Committee, during the annual event held in Chimbarongo dedicated to the cherry blossom that marks the beginning of the season, announces a record year for exports. In fact, it is expected that Chilean cherry exports will reach the figure read more

Sinclair and Zespri have introduced a compostable fruit label, signaling a significant advancement in produce packaging and environmental accountability. This label complies with composting regulations globally, can be disposed of in a home compost bin, and is designed to be easily and swiftly peeled off. Key features include... read more