In recent years, the costs of investing in new vineyards have drastically increased, and the long-term profitability of new grape varieties and vineyards is crucial for the survival of the industry. read more

Every July and August, South African table grape growers travel across the oceans to explore the latest developments in table grape cultivars. read more

Based on the current observations, a decrease in the harvest is expected for most early varieties of fruits, while the production quantity of late varieties depends on the further course of weather conditions. According to the GUS (Central Statistical Office), this year's total harvest will be... read more

The tool enables suppliers to develop an action plan to address these wage gaps, which is regularly analyzed and adjusted annually. Initially, the wage disparities between living wages on-site and actual wages paid are identified. read more

Scottish grower Peter Marshall & Co (Marshall Farms) has expanded its supply relationship with Asda to provide over 3.5 million cherries this summer. read more

The major challenge when cutting potatoes is to obtain uniform pieces. For this, it is important that the potato is placed exactly in the center of the knife. An appropriate solution for this is provided by Sormac with the dividing machine DMA-90, which features an innovative read more

Vanguard Group International has announced that it will be adding blueberries to its portfolio, with plans to plant between 150ha and 200ha in Ica, Peru, as reported by the Peruvian newspaper Gestión. read more

The initial batches of Red Moon apples grown in Australia have been released to the market by Barolli Orchards, who introduced this red-fleshed variety in July. read more

The UK is ripe and ready for growth. Despite the pressures of high inflation and reduced consumer spending power, there remains a defiant and remarkable appetite in the market for top-quality, perfectly ripe avocados. And it’s a market that only a handful of companies appear properly equipped for. read more

Przemysł kolumbijskich awokado Hass ogłosił projekt Carbon Hass, inicjatywę mającą na celu zmniejszenie emisji gazów cieplarnianych, zapobieganie ryzykom ekologicznym oraz przeciwdziałanie zmianom klimatycznym i ich wpływowi na różnorodność biologiczną. read more

I had an early start on Wednesday to appear on Wake up To Money. My alarm went off at 5.20am, and I was on air just after 5.30am. After that, I joined the Today program at 6.20am and then Good Morning Scotland on BBC Radio Scotland. The topic of discussion for all these appearances was one thing: Asda, and what has gone wrong? read more

This will result in the lowest apple harvest since 2017 (596,700 tons) expected for 2024. The also low apple harvest of the previous year is expected to be significantly undercut in 2024 - according to initial estimates by around 207,600 tons (-22.1%). read more

The yield of 18 tonnes of apples per hectare is the lowest since 2017, when frost in April destroyed large parts of the harvest. In April 2024, there were also frosts in North Rhine-Westphalia. Additionally, consistent high rainfall this year has led to fungal infestations and other issues. read more

Already in July, the first varieties were harvested - but now, in mid-August, the harvest of the most well-known plum variety, Fellenberg, is beginning. A large harvest demands cooperation from all players in the fruit industry. To market this quantity, a good collaboration with the trade is needed. read more

The revenue decreased by 0.8% to 2.1 billion US dollars, primarily due to a negative net impact from acquisitions and disposals amounting to 100.3 million US dollars, and an unfavorable net effect from currency translation amounting to 9.6 million US dollars, even though it read more

Importer-exporter Salix Fruits sees great potential in Peru as a supplier of various fruits, including grapes, pomegranates, citrus, and avocados, according to CEO Alejandro Moralejo following a recent visit by executives to the region. read more

Mission Produce has announced a record-breaking mid-year review for the avocado and mango categories, leading up to the New England Produce Council’s (NEPC) Floral & Food Service Expo in Boston. read more

The decrease in advertising campaigns in the past 32nd week seems to have affected consumer demand. Another reason for the decrease in demand could be the significantly increased consumer prices. On average, a kilogram of round peaches cost 2.45 euros. read more

Asia's essential event in the global fresh produce trade calendar is happening in less than three weeks. read more

Foodbank SA & NT has celebrated record donations of fresh fruits and vegetables, totaling more than 2,000 tonnes and valued at over A$12 million in the last financial year. This milestone was made possible through a partnership with the South Australian Produce Market (SAPM). The donated produce was utilized for various purposes. read more