The Roussillon artichoke had a delayed start this year. The 100% organic Coopérative La Tour, which has been growing artichokes for 5 years, is evaluating the season for this iconic regional vegetable, as well as the cooperative's expansion into citrus fruits. read more

The collaboration between C-LED and the Green Has Group research center in Canale (Cuneo), which specializes in biostimulants and special fertilizers, has led to the development of a high-efficiency LED lighting project. Following extensive experimentation, the project is designed to optimize light management. read more

Bezkolcowe, odporne na choroby i smaczniejsze jeżyny mogą być w zasięgu dzięki nowym badaniom genetycznym przeprowadzonym przez University of Florida. "Ogólnie rzecz biorąc, to badanie nie tylko posuwa nasze zrozumienie genetyki jeżyn do przodu, ale także stwarza podstawy do znaczących udoskonaleń w hodowli jeżyn... read more

Obawy dotyczące ceł mogą wpływać na popyt na amerykańskie arbuzy w Kanadzie. "Niektórzy klienci kanadyjskich sieci są niechętni do sprowadzania amerykańskich owoców ze względu na cła i przytłaczające niezadowolenie konsumentów z retoryki pochodzącej z USA. Istnieje bardzo realne zaniepokojenie konsumentów... read more

W roku 2007 firma TB&S rozpoczęła uprawę kapusty zwięzłej w Portugalii. Osiemnaście lat później, holenderscy producenci owoców i warzyw na świeżym powietrzu nadal są zadowoleni z tej decyzji. „To sprawiło, że staliśmy się ważnym partnerem dla niemieckich i skandynawskich detalicznych, zwłaszcza w okresie zimowym”, mówi. read more

In the state of Thuringia, preparations are also underway for the final stretch of this year's potato season. "I would describe the 2024 harvest as average," says Theresa Wasserek, managing director of KARLAND Agrarprodukte GmbH & Co. KG. "The regional potatoes were consistently stable and have" read more

The frost in Serbia this spring has had a significant impact on fruit crops, with experts reporting that approximately 80% of apricots and 65-70% of early cherries have been destroyed. The damage is widespread across Šumadija, western Serbia, southern Banat, and the Subotica-Horgoš region, affecting yields of apricots, peaches, and cherries. read more

The Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) has released a statement detailing the forecast for the 2025 citrus export season, anticipating steady growth despite potential challenges ahead. The Southern African citrus industry is projected to export a total of 171.1 million. read more

The Cartonpack Group, an Italian company specializing in packaging for the fruit and vegetable industry, reasserts its dedication to eco-design as a key strategy for the development of new packaging formats. Now more than ever, sustainability and innovation must be intertwined to address environmental concerns. read more

The supply of garlic is currently very low. There is almost no product available for import into the U.S. until Mexico begins exporting at the end of the month, followed by Spain in June. Habib ElAchkar of L.A. Garlic states, "Garlic is a highly seasonal product, so it is essential to diversify our sourcing." read more

The prices for banana exports from major Latin American suppliers have shown an upward trend in the latest week, as reported averages indicate. In Costa Rica, the average price per kilogram rose from £0.97 in the previous week to £0.99 in the current week, representing a £0.02 increase. read more

AGF Monitor compares weekly price trends of avocados, cauliflower, Galia melons, oranges, cucumbers, and vine tomatoes based on online listings. Prices are monitored by Supermarktscanner.nl. The price survey is conducted at the end of the week. Avocado Click here to enlarge Hoogvliet offers a read more

Eagle Eye Produce is pleased to announce the purchase of one of the largest and most advanced onion packing facilities in the Pacific Northwest, previously operated by Baker & Murakami Produce Company in Ontario, Oregon. Referred to locally as the "super shed," this cutting-edge facility boasts... read more

Kerem Tümen, export manager for the Turkish fresh produce trader Tümen Tarim, stated that the Turkish fresh garlic season has started positively. He mentioned, "We have begun harvesting our new crop of fresh green garlic. The quality of this year's crop is generally very good, thanks to favorable weather." read more

Orange prices in major southern European producers such as Spain, Greece, Italy, and Portugal have displayed different trends in the first quarter of the 2025 season, as per the most recent data provided by member states. The 2024/2025 season (represented by the red line) indicates some deviation from the 2023/2024 season. read more

MSC has announced the launch of its enhanced Eastern Cape Express Service, aimed at providing quicker and more efficient transit times for fresh fruit shipments from the Eastern Cape to Europe and the Mediterranean. The new service rotation is as follows: Walvis Bay - Gqeberha - Sines. read more

Sun World has announced a strategic partnership with Clarifresh, an AI-powered quality management software for fresh food. This collaboration will allow Sun World to provide new tools to its network of growers and packer-shippers in Egypt and Italy, enabling them to optimize quality. read more

The Verna lemon campaign in Spain, which has been severely affected by Spain's massive electricity blackout, has unexpectedly started early this year. "Due to the drop in Primofiori production this year, initially estimated at 20%, but in the end will reach read more

In Australia's largest citrus-growing region, an invasive weed called moth vine is affecting fruit production. This vine, capable of growing up to 10 meters tall, blends in with orange trees because of its similar foliage, making it challenging to detect until the vines have already... read more

This week, there are mixed trends in the imported apple market. New Zealand Gala apples have maintained a stable price with a slight increase compared to last week, while New Zealand Queen apples have experienced a price decrease of approximately 15%-20%. Some traders have noted that Gala apple prices have stabilized around $35. read more