Vietnam's banana and passion fruit exports are growing rapidly and have the potential to reach the billion-dollar mark this year with proper investments and planning. In 2024, bananas covered 161,000 hectares of cultivation and generated nearly $380 million in export turnover, positioning Vietnam as a key player in the global market. read more

In the Ortenau district, it remains hot and dry with daytime temperatures around 30 degrees Celsius. Despite the heat, the stone fruit harvest has been successful so far, according to Matthias Kiefer of the fruit-growing business of the same name in Ortenberg. "We started harvesting our figs at read more

A positive marketing course is coming to an end for the early Greek onions whose harvest began in April. Charalampos Anifantis, sales director of Anifantis Farm, a packing company based in Thiva, reports on the market development: "There were many exports to Bulgaria, Romania, Poland, and even." read more

The marketing of summer fruits such as strawberries and watermelons is still in full swing. "Watermelons are currently being supplied to us from Italy, Spain, and Turkey, and are being very well-received. I would describe the price differences between the individual countries of origin as... read more

Year after year, the Netherlands continues to supply more tomatoes to Spain, which is Europe's largest tomato producer, especially during the summer months. The increasing warmth and prolonged summers in Spain are starting to impact the country's tomato production, resulting in a higher need for tomato imports during the summer. read more

The Moroccan watermelon campaign is ongoing with harvests in the Loukkos region being the latest to reach the market. In the Laaouamra region, near Larache on the North Atlantic coast, the campaign is characterized by stability, improved prices, and no reported phytosanitary issues. read more

Trade is currently experiencing a slowdown due to the holiday season. "We always observe this during the summer months. It's not necessarily quieter than in previous years, but since June was unusually busy, the current contrast feels more pronounced. This trend is noticeable across nearly all exotic goods at the moment. Only... read more

The Ministry of Agricultural Development and Irrigation (Midagri), through the National Institute of Agrarian Innovation (INIA), has introduced INIA 106 Concepción, a new variety of artichoke, in the Junín region. The goal is to increase the profitability of small and medium-sized farmers. read more

Keystone Fruit Marketing (KFM), a division of Progressive Produce, has launched its first Mexican lemon season. As the exclusive marketer for this new program, the company is thrilled to offer top-quality lemons under its KFM Citrus label. "This is a new and exciting chapter for us," said. read more

Watermelon, known for its hydrating properties and low calorie content, is recommended by Syngenta expert Pál Lacházi for its advantages in high-temperature conditions. Varieties like Mirto and Rubin, which are particularly juicy, are favored by practitioners in greenhouse settings. read more

The 2025 Polish apple season has developed relatively well so far, says Jan Nowakowski, manager of Polish apple distributor Genesis Fresh: "The spring was early and generally favorable for flowering and fruit setting. While the weather has been somewhat inconsistent, our growers have maintained. read more

Ireland: M&S 'Farm to Foodhall' campaign continues with tomato farmers in Co. Dublin. M&S announced: "M&S Food is delighted to launch the next stage of its 'Farm to Foodhall' initiative, showcasing our firm dedication to sourcing fresh, premium Irish produce directly from devoted local farmers." read more

Rapid growth of orange concentrate factories in Egypt this year has led to local competition between industrialists and exporters for supply, causing shortages in the second half of the season. How have Saudi Arabian importers, the third-largest market for Egyptian citrus after the... read more

On Thursday, July 17th, the James Hutton Institute held its annual Fruit for the Future event at the Invergowrie campus in Dundee. Growers, breeders, and scientists gathered to learn about the research being conducted on developing new fruit varieties to address the challenges posed by climate change and... read more

The potato market is currently experiencing a downward trend. "It is usual to see prices drop at this time of year, but this year's harvest has begun exceptionally well, starting about 14 days earlier than usual. We already have high-quality batches available as early as mid-July due to the early start of the harvest. As a result, the supply is currently..." read more

The harvesting campaign for the Italian black Maula grape variety began on July 3, following its successful introduction to domestic and European markets in 2024. This seedless cultivar is the product of a collaboration between CREA in Turi, Apulia, and the Italian consortium Nu.Va.U.T. Nuove. read more

When Marilyn Bull founded Toro Fruit, she anticipated that citrus would be her primary focus, with strawberries playing a secondary role. However, six and a half years later, strawberries have emerged as the clear favorite, a trend that has been ongoing since she visited the Middle East with a strawberry farmer. read more

"Razem z awokado i winogronami, wiśnie staną się następnym mistrzem eksportu owoców z Libanu, dzięki wysokiej jakości i wymagającemu rynkowi" - mówi Mirna Fadel, menedżer ds. rozwoju biznesu w firmie Fadel Trading Company. Mirna dodaje, "Wiele rynków zna i docenia libańskie owoce, które są" read more

W połowie czerwca rozpoczęto zbieranie borówek na farmie Blueberry Giant w Weeze, Niemczech. Zbiory wczesnej odmiany Duke zostały już zakończone, obecnie zbierane są odmiany TopShelf, Draper i Valor. Zbieranie odmiany Calypso także zaraz rozpocznie się - informuje John Berden, właściciel firmy. read more

Vietnam's banana industry is experiencing significant growth, with a cultivated area of over 161,000 hectares producing nearly 3 million tonnes in 2024. The primary growing regions in the country are the Mekong Delta, Southeast, northern midlands, and Red River Delta, with the Southeast region achieving the highest yield. read more