Sezon bezkarłowych winogron stołowych w Brazylii przebiega pomyślnie, z wzrostem o 40% w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem oraz korzystnymi warunkami pogodowymi. Mniejsza liczba opadów deszczu korzystnie wpłynęła na lokalną produkcję, umożliwiając stabilniejsze dostawy wyższej jakości. Niemniej jednak sektor stoi w obliczu znaczących wyzwań: read more

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

W końcu 2024 roku Superfresh Growers wprowadził na rynek nową linie opakowań organicznych, aby przyciągnąć rodziny, znaleźć zastosowanie dla mniejszych jabłek i podzielić się swoją pasją do zrównoważonego rolnictwa. Wchodząc w Miesiąc Ziemi i obserwując sadzenie ożywające w rozkwicie, ta inicjatywa wydaje się bardziej aktualna niż kiedykolwiek. read more

Although small quantities of extra-early fruit have already begun to be harvested in the Spanish Region of Murcia, significant quantities are not expected until early May. This is due to cooler-than-usual maximum temperatures, which are delaying the ripening of the early fruit by 8 to 10 days. read more

Easter sometimes seems to surpass even Christmas in importance for many wholesalers. The return of local products to the market in large volumes means that the run-up to the holiday is always a time to pull out all the stops. "Still, it does depend on the weather. If it's bad, sales always dip a read more

The first Ninfa variety apricots are already being harvested in Puglia. Approximately 4-5 tonnes per day are entering the warehouse of the Spina Group, where they are processed and sent to Italian customers. The volumes are expected to double starting from next week (the 17th in 2025). read more

North America is getting ready for the expiration of the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement, which will result in tariffs of 20.91% being implemented on July 14, 2025. This change could significantly impact tomato trade in the area. Mexico continues to be the primary supplier, but the supply is changing as the season comes to a close. read more

In anticipation of the upcoming carrot campaign in Northern Italy, starting around May 20, Zanarini srl is sharing some insights on the current European market trends, the status of 2024 stocks, production trends in Sicily and the Chioggia area, as well as some perspectives on the new Veneto campaign. read more

April frosts have affected orchards in Hungary, with the Hungarian Chamber of Agriculture (HCA) mentioning the possibility of partially mitigating the damage through the agricultural compensation program. Unusually severe night frosts between April 6 and 9 resulted in harm to blossoming orchards, as temperatures plummeted. read more

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