According to the 4th Bulletin of the Brazilian Program for the Modernization of the Fruit and Vegetable Market (Prohort), 301,000 tons of fruit were exported between January and March. The revenue amounted to 311 million US dollars, an increase of 7% compared to the first quarter of 2024 and 23% compared to
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Pears are popular among families and seniors.
2025-05-09 09:00
Retiree families represent only 15% of households in Germany, but in the year 2024 they bought 23.3% of pears. Households with children make up 22.3% of the population, but they bought 29.1% of all pears. Families with children probably prioritize the desire for a healthy and
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Austria: Onion harvest nearly completed
2025-05-09 09:00
According to the Austrian Chamber of Agriculture, the remaining stocks are mostly contractually reserved and are expected to be marketed through domestic retail outlets in the coming weeks. "Free goods are now hardly available anymore, both domestically
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Egypt: Significant Increase in Onion Production
2025-05-09 09:00
The increase in production has not only satisfied domestic demand but also enabled the country to export significant quantities: In the first three months of 2025 alone, more than 26,000 tons were shipped abroad. Dr. Alaa Khalil, Director of the Research Institute
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Fewer actions for red cabbage
2025-05-09 08:00
The prices in the retail sector have now risen significantly above 1 Euro/kg and demand is declining. On the other hand, sales in exports have picked up, with red cabbage also being ordered in significantly smaller quantities alongside white cabbage. The supply is limited. The warehouses are
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Increasing supply of melons
2025-05-08 08:00
Already now, higher quantities of refreshing drinks are available at the German wholesale markets. Prices have slightly decreased, but remain at a high level. Soon, the first small quantities of Gallia melons from Spain are expected. Southern Italy is already supplying sugar melons.
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Hessian strawberry season 2025 officially opened
2025-05-07 13:00
A special highlight of the event was the coronation of the new Hessian Strawberry Queen Paulina I, who will now serve as an ambassador for local strawberries. "With Paulina I, we have found a dedicated representative who will promote our regional product.
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Germany: Fairtrade continues growth trajectory - bananas also saw a significant increase
2025-05-06 13:00
The sales volume, that is the amount of Fairtrade products sold in Germany, increased by around 5% in 2024. Coffee, flowers, bananas, and cocoa are the product categories with the highest sales numbers, and each category saw an increase in sales volume in 2024.
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Now enjoy Swiss strawberries
2025-05-06 10:00
The very good weather conditions this year are expected to result in a good strawberry harvest. Lots of sunshine and very mild conditions are beneficial for strawberries. The Swiss strawberry season started in the week of April 21st, with 22 tons harvested.
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Port of Tauranga, Zespri, and TKL sign strategic partnership to boost kiwifruit exports
2025-05-06 10:00
"The agreement strengthens our mutual interest in the success of the sector and ensures that we work together to overcome order peaks and other challenges," he said.
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Schleswig-Holstein: Strawberry season expected to bring good yields
2025-05-06 10:00
The soils are easy to drive on, maintenance measures could be carried out quickly, and the roots of the king fruit strawberry remained dry and could develop well. The sunny March caused temperatures to soar under the early ripening systems, so despite the cold,
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BASF Group: Financial figures for the first quarter of 2025
2025-05-02 13:00
He emphasized the economic benefit of operating production facilities in all major regions worldwide. In light of the current market developments related to the US tariff announcements, Elvermann stated, "We produce locally for local markets. Especially in...
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Spain: Cibus Capital acquires a majority stake in the Spanish company PSB Producción Vegetal.
2025-05-02 10:00
This transaction will enable PSB and Cibus to be leaders in high-quality, climate-resistant fruit varieties to meet the growing demands of producers, consumers, and food chains.
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Swiss vegetable farming is at a turning point.
2025-04-30 16:00
"In order to harvest in the future, one must prepare the terrain, sow, nurture, and protect," said Werner Salzmann, President of the VSGP, in his opening speech at the VSGP's delegates' assembly to its members. He is convinced that nobody can do this better than the.
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The Fruchthandel Magazin wishes you a relaxed Labor Day.
2025-04-30 16:00
From May 2nd, we will be back to provide you with the latest news on fruits and vegetables from the fresh produce industry.
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Record number of strawberry-themed advertising campaigns in April
2025-04-30 15:00
Since mid-February of this year, the number of advertising campaigns for strawberries has been steadily increasing. In calendar week 16, a record was reached for this point in the season with a total of 44 campaigns. At this time, German strawberries were already mentioned as the 1st origin six times, three times.
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Castilla-La Mancha: More watermelons and fewer cantaloupes
2025-04-30 13:00
The Price Committee for Sugar and Watermelons of the Lonja Agropecuaria Hortofruticola of Castilla-La Mancha (Agricultural Market) expects a slight increase in these early productions. Therefore, as every year, they emphasize the importance of maintaining a balanced supply of these products.
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Wildflower strips could save apple growers costs for pest control.
2025-04-30 12:00
A new study from the university builds on previous research that has found that flowering strips can reduce damage caused by pests (green apple aphids) by up to 32% in bad years.
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German fruits and vegetables: Springtime is strawberry time
2025-04-30 12:00
A total of 1,702 German strawberry farms contributed to satisfying the strawberry demand of the German people with a harvest of more than 120,000 tons, providing around 52% of the total German consumption.
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Consumer prices: Blueberries were a bit pricier.
2025-04-30 11:00
Beefsteak tomatoes increased significantly by 27.7% and cost on average 2.53 euros/kg. Table grapes of lighter varieties and oranges also became more expensive for consumers, with price increases of 10.4% and 10.3% respectively compared to the previous year. Iceberg lettuce saw an 11.1% price increase.
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