Russia seizes $133 million worth of cocaine hidden under bananas.
2025-07-17 00:00
The Russian Federal Customs Service, in cooperation with the FSB, intercepted 820 kilograms of cocaine concealed under bananas, reportedly seizing the largest shipment from Latin America in 2023. The confiscated drugs, estimated to be worth over 12 billion rubles (approximately US$133 million), were...
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Late Ukrainian sweet cherries have the potential for export.
2025-07-17 00:00
Późno-sezonowe ukraińskie czereśnie mogłyby skutecznie konkurować na rynkach międzynarodowych, zwłaszcza na Bliskim Wschodzie - twierdzi Vladyslav Makarenko, współwłaściciel farmy Makosad w rejonie Czerniowieckim. Makarenko zauważa, że konkurowanie z producentami z wczesnym sezonem, takimi jak Hiszpania, Grecja, może być trudne.
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Orange prices have increased by up to 55% in Greece.
2025-07-17 00:00
The prices of oranges in Spain, Greece, Italy, and Portugal during the months of March, April, and May of the 2024/2025 season (as indicated by the red line) have exhibited a consistent upward trend. In Spain, for example, the prices increased steadily from €84/100kg in March to €90 in April and €93 in May according to data provided by Member States.
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Since yesterday, the new season of organic plums has started again at BelOrta. This project, launched a few years ago, is steadily gaining momentum, and a solid month of sales is expected this season. "Finally, a good plum from the north again," laughs Gunther De Vadder, organic manager at.
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For 7 years now, the French banana has been an official partner of the Tour de France. It is the only representative of overseas agriculture, and also the only fruit present at the event. Géraldine M'Barga M'Boa, public relations manager in charge of major events, and Audrey Ktourza, from UGPBAN.
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"We believe that Moldovan fruit has great potential in the specialty segment and the German market."
2025-07-17 00:00
Willem Dijk Junior and Han Daniels recently visited Moldova in search of new opportunities in the fruit industry. "Our trip to Moldova was fueled by curiosity and the consistent indicators that this country is quickly emerging as a significant player in the European fruit market. While Moldova was once unknown
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Sok z nowozelandzkiej złotej kiwi
2025-07-17 00:00
Consumers are changing and becoming more discerning about the items they put in their shopping carts. "The demand for natural beverages without added sugars but rich in real vitamins is on the rise. In response, we are introducing our new Kiwi Gold juice: 100% natural and cold-pressed," the statement from the Spanish company read.
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New project in Spain for the year-round supply of table grapes
2025-07-17 00:00
Według danych Kantar, winogrona deserowe są zdecydowanie produktem, którego spożycie najbardziej wzrosło w Hiszpanii w ciągu ostatniego roku. Coraz rzadziej postrzegane są one jako produkt sezonowy i utrzymują rosnącą obecność na półkach, a ta tendencja powinna się utrzymać w przyszłości.
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"A year with a good harvest of watermelons, but a challenging season for stone fruit"
2025-07-17 00:00
The European watermelon campaign is now well into its second half. "The Moroccan season was very long this year, with the last deliveries arriving here in week 28. Otherwise, there are currently plenty of watermelons from Turkey, Italy, Spain, and Greece. Due to the heat, demand was also
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Peru expects to export a record volume of blueberries.
2025-07-17 00:00
Według Luisa Miguela Vegasa, dyrektora generalnego Proarándanos z Peru, spodziewa się on wyeksportowania ponad 400 000 ton borówek w sezonie 2025/2026, co stanowi 25% więcej niż w poprzednim sezonie. "Sektor ten rośnie średnio o 30% rocznie od 2016 roku. Ten sezon wygląda obiecująco, z".
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W lipcu 2025 roku Ukraina doświadczyła warunków pogodowych, które poważnie zagrażały uprawom owoców i warzyw, według Ukraińskiego Centrum Hydrometeorologicznego. Rekordowe upały dotknęły kilka regionów, z temperaturami przekraczającymi historyczne maksima o 1-2°C na zachodzie, w centrum, Mykolaivzie.
In early July 2025, Ukraine experienced weather conditions that seriously threatened fruit and vegetable crops, according to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center. Record-breaking heat hit several regions, with temperatures exceeding historical highs by 1–2°C in western, central, Mykolaiv. read more
In early July 2025, Ukraine experienced weather conditions that seriously threatened fruit and vegetable crops, according to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center. Record-breaking heat hit several regions, with temperatures exceeding historical highs by 1–2°C in western, central, Mykolaiv. read more
"Posiadanie dwóch lokalizacji daje nam pewną elastyczność i siłę" "To have two locations gives us a certain amount of flexibility and strength"
2025-07-17 00:00
The supply of early potatoes from Cyprus is now slowly dwindling. "The availability of local early potatoes is increasing each week, leading to a corresponding drop in prices. Based on current indications, it is unlikely that 2025/26 will be the most expensive year for potatoes," reports Jörn Reuter.
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The imports of fruit and vegetable products from Morocco to Spain are still increasing.
2025-07-17 00:00
W ciągu pierwszych czterech miesięcy roku hiszpańskie importy świeżych owoców i warzyw z Maroka wyniosły 672 miliony euro, co stanowi wzrost o 28% w porównaniu z tym samym okresem poprzedniego roku. Oznacza to, że Maroko wykazało największy wzrost spośród dostawców owoców i warzyw dla Hiszpanii. Maroko umocniło swoją
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Belarus has imposed fines on retailers for potato shortages.
2025-07-17 00:00
Belarus has introduced a law that imposes fines on retailers who fail to stock potatoes and other vegetables from stabilization funds. The law, which was published on July 16, includes penalties ranging from 5 to 200 base units, equivalent to 210 to 8,400 rubles this year. This action follows a decree.
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A severe water shortage is affecting producers in specific regions of southern Italy.
2025-07-17 00:00
The commercial performance of peaches and nectarines is excellent. Demand exceeds supply. Prices meet producers' expectations. However, the fruit and vegetable sector is facing serious challenges related to the drought. Water shortages in Apulia and Basilicata are particularly problematic.
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Pierwsze wspólne opakowania cytrusowe wkrótce trafią do Indii.
2025-07-17 00:00
With the South African citrus season now in full swing in India, importers are observing a more steady influx of high-quality oranges and mandarins at major ports. Unmesh Suryawanshi, the Indian representative for the international fresh produce trader Don Limon, remarked, "Unlike the boom and bust cycles seen in certain source regions,
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Last week, the annual Haskap berry harvest concluded at Phoenix Haskaps' 30-acre farm in Alberta, Canada. The company has been cultivating this distinctive and elongated berry since 2016 and is one of approximately ten Haskap growers in Alberta. Overall, the province boasts 200 acres of Haskap berries.
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The rains in Florida could assist with the growth of citrus fruits for the upcoming harvest.
2025-07-17 00:00
With a tropical weather system passing through Florida, citrus growers in the state are welcoming a good dose of moisture. "We are keeping our eyes on what's developing here, but it looks like nothing we can't handle," says Steven Callaham of the Dundee Citrus Growers. "There was some rainfall.
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UK and EU have agreed to reduce checks on the trade of produce.
2025-07-17 00:00
The UK government has reached an agreement with the European Union to simplify trade procedures for food, plants, flowers, fruit, and vegetables. The upcoming Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) deal is set to reduce paperwork and remove routine border checks, aiming to address trade barriers that may arise.
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"The category is developing fast," begins Sebastiaan van Altena, blackberry, strawberry, and red currant buyer at the Dutch company, Berries Pride. He is referring to blackberries. "We see growth potential for these berries, and there's noticeable annual growth." Though blackberry consumption is
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