Five days have passed and the large citrus-growing town of Citrusdal is still isolated from the rest of the Western Cape Province in South Africa. Citrus farmers and community members are awaiting government authorities to create emergency plans to access the town and provide much-needed assistance. read more

" The weather in southern Europe has had a positive impact on grape cultivation, according to Giacomo Grande, the technical manager of Grape Evolution, a grape breeder. "In 2024, table grapes have regained their market share, and producers have begun replanting vineyards again, all thanks to the excellent." read more

In June 2024, Aldi, Tesco, and Sainsbury's were once again at the forefront in terms of purchasing apples from BAPL growers. Aldi acquired 3,499 tons, Tesco received 3,482 tons, Sainsbury's took in 912 tons, Tesco bought 638 tons, and Aldi purchased 571 tons. Source: britishapplesandpears.co.uk read more

In the countryside, melons are of good quality and high volume. Italian peaches and nectarines are also of excellent quality and enjoying a good moment. There is an increasing demand for watermelons. There is a significant increase in the quantities of bell peppers, and availability is also increasing. read more

According to Hort Innovation, marketing plays a crucial role in driving demand and influencing the perceived value of fruit and vegetables among consumers. Nearly every household buys fruit and vegetables throughout the year, with an average purchase of 114.2kg of vegetables. read more

What are the best seasonal products with the highest quality-price ratio to buy this week recommended by La Borsa della Spesa, the service of BMTI and Italmercati Rete di Imprese in collaboration with Consumerismo No Profit. read more

Freshfel Europe sent a letter to the European Commission cautioning that the proposed reallocation of current EU funds away from promotional 'multi-programme' activities could jeopardize the competitiveness of EU fruits and vegetables and impede progress in promoting health and environmental initiatives. read more

"On July 9th, the European Commission proposed to allocate 77 million euros [84.1 million USD] from the agricultural reserve to assist Austrian, Czech, and Polish producers in the fruit and vegetable sectors who have recently been affected by unprecedented adverse weather conditions." read more

After a perfect start (no carry-over of old crop stocks, no Southern Hemisphere stocks, and much better price levels than in 2022-23), how did the apple campaign unfold? With the new season just around the corner, François Mestre, head of Mesfruits (based in Cavaillon), draws up an initial read more

The melon supply has shifted from being packed in the desert region, which includes California's Imperial Valley and Brawley, and Yuma, Arizona, to California's Central Valley. "There is a significant heatwave moving through Central California, with temperatures reaching 110-115 °F," says Justin Bootz. read more

Once again, Romagnoli F.lli Spa's research, innovation, and marketing efforts have been recognized with one of the most prestigious awards in the consumer goods sector. The "Potatoes Are Life Harmony Gourmet" line, launched by the Bolognese company earlier this year, has received this honor. read more

Flat stone fruit, a highly versatile and convenient product, is here to stay, as evidenced by current production and consumption data. In fact, only 1% of the flat nectarine acreage registered in 2021 existed before the year 2000, and the projected growth of the flat nectarine segment speaks to its enduring popularity. read more

Special Fruit & Vegetables in November will celebrate its 25th anniversary with an edition worthy of such an important milestone. A challenging theme, like Artificial Intelligence, exceptional guests - as per tradition - and a longstanding Main Partner like Melinda, who has supported it throughout. read more

There are 19,000 hectares dedicated to fennel cultivation in Italy, with 500,000 tons produced in 2023 and a value of over 250 million euros in the first phase of exchange: numbers that make our country the world's leading producer of this horticultural species. This is revealed by. read more

The table grape campaign for Apofruit is about to begin, with the first harvests already started in the middle of last week and European markets ready to receive Italian grapes. We spoke with Marcello Guidi, the International Market Manager for Apofruit Italia, about this. read more

Wygląda na to, że nastąpił znaczący przełom dla plantatorów bananów na całym świecie. Czarna substancja, poprawiający żyzność gleby na bazie substancji humusowych, wykazała niezwykłą skuteczność w zwalczaniu Wilt Tropical Race 1 (TR1) u plantacji bananów, zgodnie z ostatnim przeprowadzonym badaniem w East Palmerston. read more

Znając dynamiczny rozwój tej branży w ostatnich latach, Kenia zajęła pozycję największego producenta awokado w Afryce pod względem ilości. Według danych FAOSTAT, powierzchnia upraw wzrosła siedmiokrotnie od 2000 roku, oficjalnie osiągając niemal 28 000 hektarów w 2022 roku. read more

Kaleris, a leading provider of supply chain execution and visibility solutions, has announced the acquisition of CAMS Software, the top player in transportation solutions tailored for large-scale grocery distribution. This acquisition broadens Kaleris' portfolio by integrating CAMS. read more

The attention towards Forficula auricularia remains high in Northern Italy, as it has become one of the key insects in defending peach and apricot crops in recent years. It is now also expanding its range to cherry and apple trees, as revealed during the technical meeting on cherries. read more

Freshfel Europe, on behalf of the European fruit and vegetable sector, has responded to the European Commission's proposal to drastically reduce the budget for agricultural promotion policy over the next three years.

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