Currently, the number of horticultural growers in Ireland is on a declining trend, and it is likely to continue this way. Forecasts show that the area of field vegetables might contract by a minimum of 7% again this year. read more

The English cherry harvest has started but it seems the crop will be much lighter than in previous years, with areas of Kent particularly affected. read more

New European Union health safety requirements on citrus exports from South Africa might cut the volume of South African oranges by up to 20 percent. The rules, which came into effect in January, require South African farmers to apply ultra-cold treatment to all Europe-bound oranges and keep the
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According to Fresh Fruit, so far this year Peru has exported 21,537 tons of fresh lemon, i.e. 22% more than last season. However "last month's exports of this product were not as favorable as expected." In fact, “last week was one of the worst weeks for fresh lemon, as the country only
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"Just when the industry was looking to recover from the pandemic, we’ve been plunged into an even greater state of crisis triggered by a number of factors. Increased production costs linked to soaring energy tariffs and the rate of inflation peaking at 11.5% last October – a figure that is
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Imports of melon from China to the Amur Region of Russia have tripled compared to last year. Since the beginning of the year, 76 tons of these melon cultures have been brought in through the Kanikurgan checkpoint. The fruits from all deliveries passed quarantine control, and they can be
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Smallhold, a company which grows specialty mushrooms sustainably, has announced its official designation as a Certified B Corporation, marking a significant milestone in the company's dedication addressing our planet’s greatest challenges. read more

The sweet potato campaign kicks off on July 15 in Egypt, on a background of strong demand and increased production, announces Amr Kadah, export manager at HB Group For Import And Export. read more

In recent years, shelf-life extension technologies have grown vigorously as many companies saw an opportunity to tap into the hot topic of reducing food waste. “The produce industry is increasingly focused on food waste, and we saw an uptick in a genuine interest in post-harvest shelf-life
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This week Ukrainian farmers have shipped their first relatively large batches of red- and blackcurrants, as reported by EastFruit. Despite rather long and cold spring, the current season started at the same time as last year. read more

Last week, the garlic division of the Spanish growers' association Asaja reported that about 30% of the garlic in its fields won't be harvested due to the impact of the persistent rains recorded in late May and early June. "I don't have access to exact figures, but I have heard that in
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Traders at the onion and potato market of the Agriculture Produce Market Committee (APMC) in Vashi have incurred huge losses when tons of onions got soaked in rain. Most of the goods could no longer be sold. read more

Unburdening is key to Veiling Zaltbommel's philosophy. This Dutch cooperative considers both the buyer and the grower in several ways. For example, growers were recently offered a switching service. "This isn't a brand new thing. Places like banks, energy, and insurance companies have been doing
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South African Cape Sweet organic sweet potatoes are widely available at the Dutch company Organic Cape again. "These sweet potatoes are of excellent quality. Once harvested, they're kept in cold storage for two weeks to reach top quality and shelf life," says Organic Cape's Leo Stoker. read more

On the back of the Memorandum of Understanding on Belt and Road Initiative cooperation, China and Italy have been exploring strategic, forward-looking and mutually beneficial paths of cooperation. According to Liu Jianchao, head of the International Department of the Communist Party of China
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Due to a spate of rainfall, the Panama Canal Authority will postpone depth restrictions that were going to affect larger ships crossing the important waterway. Earlier, the Authority had published measures, scheduled to take effect on 25 June and 9 July, requiring ships to sail at higher depths. read more

On Monday, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva again defended the adoption of a common currency with Argentina. He also still encourages credit release for Brazilian exports to the neighboring country. read more

More than 75% of Saint Lucia’s banana and plantain crops were destroyed as Tropical Storm Bret hit the island on June 22. Minister for Agriculture Alfred Prospere has stated that in recent months, Saint Lucia has been unable to grow enough bananas to meet international demand. Now, this is a
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From January to May 2023, the volume of fruit exports from Mexico increased 4.7 percent year-on-year. It reached to 1,887.000 tons, but their commercial value dropped 5 percent to 4,591 million dollars. read more