Komisja Jabłek Waszyngtońskich pozyskała dodatkowe środki na promocję eksportu po uruchomieniu nowego programu rozwoju handlu przez rząd USA. read more

Overall, during the presentation, one could mostly see satisfied faces: So far, there have been hardly any damages caused by adverse weather conditions, according to the general sentiment. Production has recovered in all countries after a somewhat complicated 2023, resulting in growth being reported in all four cultivation areas. read more

The decline is mainly a consequence of the effects of Cyclone Gabrielle, which brought heavy flooding, mud, debris, and winds to Hawkes Bay and Gisborne, the major apple-growing regions. The orchards in this region were thus greatly affected in the past season. read more

President Fritz Burkhalter spoke about a generational project. One goal is also to inspire young producers to engage in vegetable cultivation and to create the conditions for them to practice their profession under good conditions. read more

Even in the five-year average, cultivation is increasing: Compared to the period 2019-2023, this year there is a 23% increase, it continues. However, as with many fruits, there is immediately a limitation here: The estimates are naturally closely linked to climate development and are based on. read more

The Greek producer, packer, and exporter Katsagiotis has announced that it is increasing grape production in Greece. Georgios Bitsakos, the head of brand marketing for the Arra varieties, stated that this expansion is a logical step and highlights the significance of Greek grapes for Europe. read more

"Whether it's a perennial, early-blooming plant, garden or balcony flower, kitchen herb, or fruit and ornamental shrub – many plants provide essential nectar and pollen for bees, bumblebees, and other insects. This has been scientifically proven multiple times," explains ZVG President Jürgen. read more

Wydanie magazynu Asiafruit z maja 2024 roku jest teraz dostępne dla subskrybentów w aplikacji Asiafruit - na urządzenia Apple, Android oraz na komputerze - zapewniając najnowsze wiadomości i opinie z dynamicznych rynków świeżych produktów w Azji. read more

The growth trend of Colombian avocado exports in 2024 seems to be continuing without any signs of slowing down. Ricardo Uribe, CEO of the prominent grower-exporter Cartama, predicts that Colombia's avocado exports will increase by 16 to 20 percent this year, potentially reaching a shipment volume of 141,000 tonnes. read more

South Africa’s table grape industry organization, Sati, has expressed satisfaction with the early outcomes of this year’s promotional campaign in Vietnam and China. read more

Hailstorms in northern Portugal have caused a slight decrease in apricot volumes this year for Granfer, the country's top stone fruit producer. However, the harvest in Alentejo, another key production area further south, is progressing well, as reported by the head of commerce. read more

The World Avocado Organization (WAO), representing global avocado growers, has responded to a report from the NGO Christian Aid that focuses on "thirsty" avocado plants as significant contributors to water shortages and high carbon emissions in producer countries prone to drought. read more

From May 21st onwards, we will be back to provide you with the latest news and updates on fruits and vegetables from the fresh produce industry. read more

The quirky and surplus food subscription service Earth & Wheat has teamed up with frozen snack brand Pukpip to combat banana waste and collaborate with eco-friendly retailers. read more

Overall, the agricultural organization expects a total harvest of 13,120 tons of summer fruit in Valencia. Out of this, 6,500 tons (50%) are accounted for by peaches, Paraguayos, and nectarines, 5,223 tons (40%) by plums, and 1,355 tons (10%) by apricots. 75% (9,878 tons) of the production comes from the province. read more

Eksport awokado Hass z Kolumbii do USA ma wynieść w tym roku 50 milionów funtów, co oznacza wzrost o 50 procent w porównaniu z 32 milionami funtów wysłanymi w 2023 roku - takie dane podała Kolumbijska Rada Awokado. read more

The director of a fruit and vegetable retailer, who misused more than half of a Covid loan by investing it in the stock market instead of using it for business purposes, has been disqualified and instructed to repay the funds. read more

In the amended plant protection regulation, it no longer matters who brings the potatoes into contact with surface water. read more

Produkcja słodkich wiśni pozostaje niewielką kategorią w Polsce, według Dominika Woźniaka z Rajpolu. read more

"Greece had a successful pear season, similar to most other Northern Hemisphere countries," says Paris Karastergios, the import-export coordinator at the Greek trader Karastergiou Bros. "We did not face any quality issues this season. Although volumes were slightly lower, there has been a high level of interest." read more