On Tuesday afternoon, a hailstorm was recorded in Vegas Altas del Guadiana, in the Spanish region of Extremadura, which caused damage to various crops in the towns of Don Benito and Villanueva de la Serena, among other municipalities. In these areas, some nectarine and plum orchards have been affected. read more

Morocco is rapidly becoming a key player in the global fruit and vegetable trade, as stated by EastFruit. Despite its arid climate and chronic water scarcity, the country has emerged as the third fastest-growing exporter of fruits and vegetables in the world, thanks to a resilient and forward-thinking approach. read more

Amid the ongoing war and climate change, Ukraine's fruit and berry sector is undergoing significant transformation, with new crops like alpine strawberries, actinidia (hardy kiwi), and hazelnuts emerging in regions previously considered unsuitable for such cultivation. Volodymyr Pechko, head of read more

With the end of the Mediterranean avocado season, particularly from Morocco and Spain, it is now the turn of avocados from summer origins to supply the European market. Paul Kyalo, CEO of Konza Tropicals, stated that avocados from Kenya are well-positioned in the market but face logistical challenges that hinder. read more

A recent severe frost in Turkey has resulted in significant damage to fruit orchards. Market participants have referred to it as one of the worst frost events in recent history. Government officials are currently evaluating the extent of the damage, a process that is anticipated to take several weeks, and considering potential aid packages. read more

Sezon jagód borówki w Maroku obecnie trwa w pełni, wraz z nadejściem dużych zbiorów. Przemysł nadal utrzymuje swoją dynamikę wzrostu, przyciągając coraz więcej plantatorów każdego roku. Salah Eddine Belkadi, dyrektor handlowy Unique Packing, dzieli się najważniejszymi wydarzeniami sezonu. Eksporter mówi: read more

After a career spanning more than 45 years in the fresh produce trade, Hans van Maurik has embarked on a new challenge this year. Operating under the name Fresh Goods Handler, he now works as an agent marketing sous-vide cooked beetroot in the Dutch, Belgian, and German markets. read more

The Dutch fruiting vegetable season started off well with favorable pricing, but in recent weeks, prices have been under pressure due to the increasing volumes of almost all products. Ruud den Boer, commercial director of the grower cooperative Oxin Growers, provides an overview of the situation. "The first cucumbers from read more

Farmers in Colombia, the fifth-largest banana producer globally, are aiming to increase their exports to the European Union, motivated by the financial advantages of selling to this market, as stated by an industry leader. Colombian bananas command a premium in the EU because of their sustainability practices... read more

Pacific Trellis Fruit, the company behind the Dulcinea® brand, is launching a new range of premium melons: Dulcinea Pure Perfection™ Melons. This selection of top-quality melons is aimed at enhancing the consumer's eating experience with exceptional sweetness, texture, and juiciness. "We are... read more

After an early start to the season, Moroccan mandarins have nearly completed their shipping to the U.S., ending earlier than usual. "There is very little fruit, if any, coming from Morocco. Most of it has already arrived and been shipped to stores, so what remains will likely have quality issues." read more

After receiving the protected geographical indication in the EU in 2024, this will be the first season in which the green asparagus from the Spanish province of Guadalajara will be marketed under this quality seal that confirms the product's origin, authenticity, and superior quality. read more

The marketing campaign for the protected Leanri mandarin variety is in its final stages, and this year it could end with around 20,000 tons sold. This variety is typically harvested between December and February, providing a unique marketing window, about three weeks ahead of. read more

Gosh! has introduced packaging updates for its core products, featuring a plant points indicator. This initiative aims to guide consumers towards diverse dietary choices through vegetable-based products. The updated design will be applied to the core Gosh! range, including items such as Moroccan. read more

Egyptian exports of fresh citrus fruit have dropped significantly this year due to domestic competition with processing plants, a challenge that other agricultural exporters, like those in the green beans sector, have been facing for years. Mohamed Fooad, co-founder of Egyfarm, highlights this issue. read more

"Dutch cabbage sales are currently going strong," says Richard Kruijer of the mediation agency Tuindersbelang in Warmenhuizen, which centrally organises sales for around 60 cabbage growers. "Prices are skyrocketing, and I wouldn't be surprised if cabbage becomes even more expensive tomorrow." read more

High-tech greenhouse growers in Florida and throughout the U.S. are paying close attention to the effects of trade policies implemented by the Trump administration. Florida, a major player in the citrus industry, harvested around 20.2 million boxes of citrus during the 2023–24 season, with oranges being the primary crop. read more

Wraz z nadchodzącymi ostatnimi dniami kwietnia, ostatnie przesyłki południowoamerykańskich winogron trafią do Stanów Zjednoczonych, a producent-eksporter Divine Flavor przeniesie swoją uwagę z Chile na swoje główne regiony upraw w Jalisco i Sonora, w Meksyku. W ostatnich latach kwiecień i maj stały się...
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The Midelt region, situated in the high Moroccan plains at an altitude of over 1400 meters, is known as the apple-growing hub of the country. This region used to be famous for its abundant water resources and regular snowfall. Unfortunately, seven consecutive years of drought have caused significant damage to the growers in the area. read more

Namibia is close to finalizing an agreement to enter China's grape market, which consists of 1.3 billion consumers. It is expected that this deal will result in approximately US$10.5 million in seasonal revenue from this market. Currently, Namibia's grape sector brings in about US$68.4 million. read more