The outlook for consumption of fresh fruit and vegetables remains under pressure in the European Union. These are the conclusions from the latest consumption trends discussed in Freshfel Europe through a review of trends in Member States, covering 75% of the EU population. Despite a very
read more

The spilling of Lower Umguza Dam in Matabeleland North province has rekindled farmers’ hope of a bumper harvest. The dam is a major source of potable water for farmers in Umguza District. It is among the eight dams in the country that are spilling following the rains the country has been
read more

On the basis of preliminary and unaudited figures, Hapag-Lloyd has concluded the 2022 financial year – in which it celebrated its 175th anniversary – with an EBITDA of USD 20.5 billion (EUR 19.4 billion). The EBIT rose to USD 18.5 billion (EUR 17.5 billion), which can primarily be attributed
read more

The government of Zimbabwe has distributed 450,000 virus free sweet potato vines in all the country's provinces under the Presidential Sweet Potato Vine program. Commenting on the distributed vines, ARDAS principal horticulture specialist Hilda Manditsvara said the plants were virus free and
read more

French potato sales had a very positive end to the year in 2022. According to the latest Kantar report, in the period between November 28 and December 25, 2022, French household potato purchases increased by 6.4% compared to December 2021, and by 3% compared to 2019, the year before Covid. read more

PML Kenya has invested $300 000 in a new vacuum cooler system designed to provide customers with an affordable and highly efficient temperature control measure to improve cool chain management. read more

Dole plc has today announced that certain of its subsidiaries have entered into a definitive agreement to sell Dole’s Fresh Vegetables Division to an affiliate of Fresh Express Incorporated, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chiquita Holdings Limited, for gross proceeds of approximately $293
read more

In the produce sector, assuring freshness and safety has long been a leading concern of processors, distributors and brands. Conventional mitigation strategies focus on wash interventions and food safety plans to mitigate risk of foodborne illness outbreaks. Outbreaks related to virus
read more

Dole plc has today announced that certain of its subsidiaries have entered into a definitive agreement to sell Dole’s Fresh Vegetables Division to an affiliate of Fresh Express Incorporated, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chiquita Holdings Limited, for gross proceeds of approximately $293
read more

By 2040, Swiss greenhouses are to be heated without fossil fuels. At an event of the Swiss Agricultural Journalists Association (SAJ) in Buchs, VSGP director Matija Nuic pointed out the association's goals. By the end of 2030, greenhouses should run without fossil fuels for 80% and by the end of
read more

Located in the Finistère department, Bretagne Pack is launching its range of cellulose-based packaging nets. At Bretagne Pack, the environment is a priority. The French manufacturer has designed cellulose nets in order to ban plastic completely from its production. read more

Many cucumber producers were faced with a lot of uncertainty last year regarding the success of the 2022 season, but cucumbers are gaining in popularity in France. "Cucumber prices had increased by more than 30% at the end of the previous campaign. Thanks to prices that remained high throughout
read more

Core Fruit CEO Nico van Staden hopes that the export company, which ships a wide array of fruit to 120 ports, can catch up with grape volumes from the Western Cape; they received around a fifth less grapes from Limpopo and the Orange River Valley than usual. read more

Wet weather has affected the almond quality for grower Select Harvests. Following a detailed assessment of inventory on hand for the remaining 15 per cent of the annual crop, Select Harvests stated that quality in 2022 is "the worst the company has experienced in the last ten years". This is
read more

Despite a challenging 2022 the Serbian fresh fruit export sector still represents 20% of the country’s exports, participants heard at last week’s Agro Belgrade 2023 exhibition. Known for its raspberry production, the country has also invested more in strawberries and blueberries production
read more

The Texas Department of Agriculture and Texas International Produce Association will participate in this year's international trade fair Fruit Logistica 2023, held in Berlin (Germany) between the 8th and 10th of February. From citrus and watermelons to tree nuts and legumes, Texas will showcase
read more

The COVID-19 pandemic boosted organic food sales in the EU, enabling it to overtake the U.S. market in 2021. However, spiraling inflation combined with high food and energy prices will likely reduce organic food sales in most EU markets in 2022. Despite this, there continues to be good prospects
read more

Moroccan citrus fruits enjoy a welcoming demand in North American markets, according to Mr. Yassine Fellah, CEO of Canmar Produce. The exporter sources Moroccan citrus fruits: lemons, oranges, clementines, and grapefruit, and in smaller volumes peppers and other seasonal fruits and vegetables. read more

Fueled by produce shipments traveling via trucks and rail, the Laredo customs district was the top U.S.-Mexico border port of entry (POE) for agricultural trade from January through October 2022. The Laredo customs district handled 49% of U.S. agricultural exports to Mexico and 52% of imports
read more

Some two decades ago, the Piura region embarked on the transformation of thousands of hectares of fallow land into agricultural land. Table grapes were one of the main fruits that began to be produced and they are now exported to international markets. read more