Part of the rhubarb has already been removed from the programs of retail chains. As a result, the freely available quantity at German wholesale markets has increased minimally. By the middle of the 21st week, prices at German wholesale markets rose significantly, averaging 3.18 euros per kilogram. read more

The new post-Brexit regulations regarding the biosecurity of fresh produce entering the UK are expected to lead to disputes over higher costs and operational feasibility. Furthermore, resulting delays could result in fruits and vegetables spoiling while awaiting clearance. read more

Italian organic brand Almaverde Bio has introduced a new organic strawberry variety exclusively grown in Romagna. Named Elodì, this variety was developed by the Newplant Group and the research organization CREA. It will be marketed under the Almaverde Bio brand by Canova, a company within the Apofruit Group that specializes in fresh organic fruit. read more

Bayer has announced two external partnerships to advance the development of gene-edited vegetables. The first partnership involves teaming up with the South Korean biotech company G+FLAS to develop genome-edited tomato varieties that are nutritionally enhanced with vitamin D3. read more

The market for organically and conventionally grown strawberries is gradually and steadily growing across Europe. Recent prospective analyses published in the study "Strawberry Global Market Overview 2024-2027" indicate a growth in the strawberry market, driven primarily by read more

El Pinar, based in Segovia, is expanding its nursery area to meet the increasing demand for its strawberry varieties. The company anticipates a 15 percent growth in sales this year, reaching 250 million plants. This expansion will necessitate a 12 percent increase in its nursery cultivation area in Spain, Romania, and, for the. read more

The University of California, Davis has announced that it will be ending all strawberry licensing agreements with Eurosemillas after the Spanish company failed to fulfill its obligations. read more

Mustafa Altaf of Dubai-based trader Altaf Hussain Trading Co has announced that the export season for Pakistani mangoes has officially started, following the Pakistani government's approval for exports starting from May 20th. read more

In the temperate zone, changes in temperature and precipitation patterns have the strongest impact on the phenological spring phases. Therefore, a shift in apple blossom as the beginning of the phenological full spring is suitable as an indicator of climate change. read more

With a focus on health and innovation, the company aims to strengthen its positioning as a leading provider of healthy snacks, dried fruits, and nut mixes. read more

Scales Corporation has announced the acquisition of 240 hectares of planted orchard area, including 110 hectares of Dazzle apples, and a stake in the juice concentrate operation Profruit from the Bostock Group for NZ$47.5 million. read more

"We waited for a while to avoid raising a false alarm," commented Assomela President Ennio Magnani afterwards, "but we can now say that the sub-zero temperatures that occurred at the end of April in South Tyrol and Trentino have caused significant damage to the." read more

The aim of the event is to make the value of fresh produce understandable, educate, raise awareness, and promote the consumption of fruits and vegetables - starting with the youngest consumers. Schools, in particular, were the focus of the event. read more

As QS reports citing the BVL, the relevant plant protection product may be used to combat plum fruit moths (Cydia funebrana) on plums, damsons, mirabelles, and greengages beyond the existing approval from May 23rd to September 19th, 2024. read more

Dwa lata temu, nowa marka jabłek Soluna została po raz pierwszy zaprezentowana światu na targach Asia Fruit Logistica. read more

The current Peruvian mango season is being described as the worst in recent memory, which is causing a difficult period for the mango industry. read more

Aldi has reduced prices on more than 45 fresh fruit and vegetable products at its stores in the UK. read more

On May 24th, Federal Minister for Food and Agriculture, Cem Özdemir, handed over the funding certificates to the consortium partners: the Consumer Center NRW e.V. for all consumer centers in the federal states, as well as to the Europa-Universität Flensburg, which will be conducting the project scientifically. read more

In 2021, the cooperative already had a turnover of 283 million euros, but prices fluctuate significantly in the fruit sales sector. Combined with cost increases, this puts a strong pressure on the profitability of the producers. FruitMasters is therefore working on a growth strategy with cost control. read more

The fresh potato market is currently experiencing a shortage in supply. There are hardly any good eating potatoes left in storage, and early eating potatoes from imports can barely ensure supply. In the countries of origin for early eating potatoes, for various reasons, efforts have been made to... read more