Sorma Group will present the new P&P-800 system in Spain.
2025-09-23 00:00
Sorma Group will be showcasing its new P&P-800 pick and pack system at Fruit Attraction 2025 (30 September – 2 October, Hall 03, Stand 3D22). This system has been developed to enhance efficiency and consistency in fruit packaging. The automated packaging system, P&P-800, has been carefully designed to meet these needs.
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Sri Lankan farmers criticize the import of onions and potatoes.
2025-09-23 00:00
Anuradha Tennakoon, Chairman of the Farmers' National Agricultural Federation, has criticized the Sri Lankan government for not implementing measures to strengthen the country's agricultural production economy, despite being in office for a year. Speaking to the Daily Mirror, Tennakoon pointed out that the government has not taken any steps to support agricultural development.
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Chile's walnut production decreased by 1.3% and almond production by 0.9% in the 2025/26 season.
2025-09-23 00:00
In Marketing Year (MY) 2025/26, walnut production in Chile is projected to reach 150,500 metric tons (MT), which represents a 1.3% decrease compared to the 152,500 MT recorded in MY 2024/25. This reduction is primarily due to a decrease in the planted area, which is expected to be 43,500 hectares, down by 1.1% compared to the previous year.
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Rani Bar Nes, an 80-year-old farmer from Moshav Bitzaron in southern Israel, has been growing fruit for four decades. A decade ago, he planted pomegranate trees on his land near Kibbutz Negba with the expectation of developing an export crop. That expectation has not materialized. Bar Nes, now,
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"Cooperative model key to successful organic marketing"
2025-09-23 00:00
The new organic top fruit season has started at BelOrta. At Bert Toetenel's farm in Diest, an insight was given into what the new season looks like and the importance of organic for the cooperative. "I think that, especially after a tough last year, we can be extremely satisfied with what the."
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Turkey's hazelnut prices have increased by 121% due to a decrease in crop production.
2025-09-23 00:00
Przemysł orzechowy w Turcji stoi przed trudnym sezonem ze wzrastającymi cenami, ograniczonymi dostawami i zmniejszoną aktywnością eksportową. Wczesne oczekiwania na stabilizację cen nie spełniły się, ponieważ producenci i handlowcy trzymają zapasy, zmniejszając dostępność. Turecki Urząd Zbożowy (TMO) ogłosił
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"Indoor soil-grown produce is not yet a big market in Japan, especially for microgreens"
2025-09-23 00:00
"The economics of our microgreens are very promising. Mizuna can sell for around 80 dollars per kilo, compared to 30 dollars for baby greens. Growing cycles are also shorter, just 7 to 10 days compared to a month for larger leafy crops," says Kohei Murata, founder and CEO of Edomae Herb.
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"Maintaining a very positive pace and expecting a successful conclusion to the Spanish season."
2025-09-23 00:00
Uvasdoce Fresh is participating in Fruit Attraction during the ongoing domestic season, which continues with stable volumes and quality, as expected. "We are maintaining a very positive pace and anticipate a successful conclusion to the Spanish season," the company's management states.
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Introducing greenhouse-grown heirloom tomatoes from Guatemala.
2025-09-23 00:00
Southern Specialties, Inc. is pleased to introduce its new product line, Southern Selects® Heirloom Tomatoes. These greenhouse-grown heirlooms are a tribute to the longstanding tradition of tomato farming. These authentic varieties, which have been carefully preserved and passed down through generations, are cultivated with a focus on exceptional flavor.
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Global lemon supply is decreasing due to a drop in harvests.
2025-09-23 00:00
The global lemon market is currently facing limited supply, increased prices, and uncertainty. In Spain, specifically in the Murcia region which is the primary lemon-producing area in Europe, harvesting has begun with predictions indicating a smaller crop compared to the previous season. Estimates suggest a reduction of around 15-20%.
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France's favorite fruits and vegetables this summer were strawberries, peaches, tomatoes, zucchinis, and sweet corn.
2025-09-23 00:00
Kantar (Worldpanel by Numerator) ogłosił ranking ulubionych owoców i warzyw we Francji na lato 2025 roku. Jakie są wyniki? Melony i pomidory koronowani mistrzami lataWedług danych Kantar, melon jest ulubionym owocem, z zakupem ponad 96 000 ton.
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A new automated system has been launched for packaging fruits.
2025-09-23 00:00
Sorma Group will be showcasing its new P&P-800 pick and pack system at Fruit Attraction 2025 (30 September – 2 October, Hall 03, Stand 3D22). This system has been created to enhance efficiency and uniformity in fruit packaging. The automated packaging system, P&P-800, has been specifically designed for...
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The Dutch pepper season is coming to an end. Our growers provided top quality peppers under ideal conditions, with production reaching exceptional levels. However, this also presented challenges: more kilograms does not necessarily translate to more profit. The market struggled to keep up with the supply, and for most participants, it was difficult to make a profit.
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To the Altamura Producers' Organization, based in Pontecagnano Faiano, Salerno, in the Campania region of Italy, the summer of 2025 proved to be successful. The organization achieved promising outcomes in horticulture and fruit production by the end of the campaign. Vice President Fabio Altamura evaluated the results positively.
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The European Union has placed a ban on mangoes from Mali.
2025-09-23 00:00
W zeszłym sezonie eksport mangów z Mali do Unii Europejskiej charakteryzował się stałą objętością, która była wyższa niż w przypadku innych regionów Afryki Zachodniej. Niemniej jednak, odnotowano znaczną liczbę przechwycień i alertów fitosanitarnych, przekraczając pięćdziesiąt przesyłek. W odpowiedzi, Europejska
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Indian onion farmers are suffering losses due to storage issues.
2025-09-23 00:00
Onion growers in the Pune district of Maharashtra have suffered significant losses due to continuous rainfall in recent weeks, which has damaged a large portion of their stored produce. Farmers in important onion-growing regions like Junnar and Shirur have reported that nearly half of their stored onions have been spoiled, leading to significant financial setbacks.
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"Naszym marzycielskim celem byłoby otwarcie nowego kanału eksportu." "Our dream goal would be to open a new export channel."
2025-09-23 00:00
In recent years, FHF Fontellas has become one of the most remarkable companies in Navarre at Fruit Attraction, known not only for the quality of its fruits and vegetables but also for the creativity of its displays. In the 2024 edition, the company surprised visitors with a haute couture vegetable suit.
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"Silna popyt może doprowadzić do zwiększenia importu jabłek do Indii w tym sezonie" "Strong demand may drive higher apple imports in India this season"
2025-09-23 00:00
India's apple market is expected to experience a rise in imports this season, fueled by robust domestic demand that cannot be met solely by local production, according to Mukesh Kumar Jaiswal, CEO of fresh produce importer Agro Aira Greens Pvt. Ltd. "We anticipate a 10% increase in apple imports to reach 600,000 metric tons."
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Dry weather is reducing the size and yield of apples in Michigan.
2025-09-23 00:00
Such dry weather has hastened the apple harvest throughout Michigan, leading to smaller fruit sizes and lower yields in the regions north of Grand Rapids. Justin Finkler, the operations manager at Riveridge, informed Brownfield that while the volume has been impacted, the appearance of the fruit is still excellent.
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Ukraine Odessa vineyards hit by drought
2025-09-23 00:00
The vineyards of the Orion company in the Odessa region are facing drought stress this year, as reported by Pivden. Agronomist Mykola Atmazhov stated that the farm cultivates over 10 grape varieties, including table grapes Levii, Preobrazhenie, Roshformish, Veles, Anyuta, and Souvenir.
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