The prices of bananas from the main suppliers remained unchanged this week, with no reported changes for countries like Belize, Cameroon, Colombia, and Costa Rica. For instance, the average price of bananas from Belize remained stable at £1.05, the same as last week's average. Similarly, the prices of bananas from Cameroon... read more

The persimmon harvest is currently taking place at First Fresh in New Zealand. The early Fuyu variety was harvested this week, approximately a week earlier than in the past three years. The initial produce is being sent to the growing New Zealand domestic market. "Awareness of the availability, benefits, and great" read more

The Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (AEBE) has signed two agreements with Coface and Verificante to enhance transparency and compliance standards in the country's banana export sector. Coface is a global company specializing in credit insurance and risk analysis... read more

Swiss vegetable growers have significantly increased the cultivation of asparagus in recent years, leading to a higher supply of Swiss asparagus. In the last two decades, the area dedicated to growing white asparagus has quadrupled, while green asparagus has tripled. Asparagus is cultivated by approximately 180 local producers, most of whom ... read more

Nie wszystkie kraje i nie wszystkie firmy mogą sobie pozwolić na nowoczesne technologie do sortowania i oceny owoców i warzyw. Ale Fruit Graders oferuje możliwości dzięki używanym i odnowionym urządzeniom. "Zbieramy używane urządzenia przetwórcze z całego świata" - wyjaśnia przedstawiciel handlowy. read more

TKL Logistics Limited (formerly Tauranga Kiwifruit Logistics) has played a critical role in the early success of the kiwifruit season. TKL coordinates the arrival and dispatch of all Zespri branded kiwifruit through ports around New Zealand to key international markets. TKL is a company owned by read more

Since the end of March, the first organic cucumbers from local cultivation in Brandenburg have been available in the approximately 50 Alnatura Super Natur markets in northern and eastern Germany. This season, Landgut Pretschen in the Spree Forest has started growing a variety of cucumbers. read more

During the current week, prices for several apple varieties have shifted compared to the previous week. The average price for Cox's Orange Group apples rose from £1.30 to £1.45 per kilogram, marking a weekly increase of £0.15, or 12%. Braeburn apples also saw a rise in average price. read more

The U.S. agriculture industry depends on exports to sustain itself, as the country produces a surplus of fruits, vegetables, and commodities beyond what its population can consume. Dalton states, "To prevent waste and significant financial losses, approximately 20 to 40 percent of agricultural production needs to be exported." read more

Bad health. The study suggests that increasing potassium intake while reducing sodium consumption can have a greater impact on managing blood pressure than just lowering sodium intake. High blood pressure affects more than 30% of adults globally and is a leading contributor to heart disease. read more

At the beginning of the citrus season in Egypt, exporters were already anticipating a challenging campaign due to the lack of small-sized fruits. The Red Sea crisis persisted for the second year, but the global community had somewhat adapted to it. Nevertheless, the intricacies of the season have surpassed all expectations. read more

With Easter approaching and spring sunshine in the sky, the strawberry season is kicking off again in Belgium and the Netherlands. "You can see people transitioning from Spanish strawberries to local ones by the end of March or early April. It's been a long winter, but especially..." read more

The World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) and the French Federation of Wholesale Markets (FMGF) aim to increase communication on the crucial role of wholesale markets and their operations. To achieve this goal, the two organizations, in collaboration with the Rungis market, participated in this year's Fruit. read more

As the final pomegranates are being packed and a few Boland pomegranate packhouses transition to citrus, the shipping season is expected to continue until around July. The season may be longer this year due to the severe frost experienced in certain regions of Turkey. read more

After 36 years at the helm of the French fruit and vegetable cooperative Cofruid'Oc, Didier Crabos, the first manager recruited in 1989, officially passed on the leadership on April 1st to Sébastien Tripon after a fifteen-month transition period. Philippe Jean, who manages Cofruid'Oc, also took over responsibilities... read more

Less-than-perfect greenhouse tomatoes that do not sell, onions that rotted in storage, a load of persimmons that did not survive transportation, or a processing plant's byproducts. These leftovers are all in the way, and fresh produce companies would love to wish them away. Is that possible? read more

Sicilian table tomatoes are produced to cater to the professional market, blending the traditional farming practices of family-owned farms with modern innovation and certified quality. Founded on strong values and a distinct local identity, Azienda Agricola Fondacaro, located in Vittoria (RG), Sicily, distinguishes itself in the market. read more

Dang Phuc Nguyen, general secretary of the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association, pointed out that the recent 46% tariffs imposed by the U.S. on imports from Vietnam are not expected to have an impact on fruits and vegetables. The U.S. remains a major importer of these products. In 2024, Vietnam exported... read more

Fresh fruit importers in Herat, Afghanistan, are reporting a decrease in the fresh fruit market, which they attribute to the rise in customs duties. Prices of imported fresh fruits have gone up compared to the previous year, with importers pointing to high customs duties as the main reason for this surge. read more

Thanks to focused communication and the acknowledged quality of our 'Limone dell'Etna IGP,' we are present in significant large retail stores and organic specialty chain shops. Since April 1st, in accordance with the specifications, we have been harvesting our 'Limone bianchetto' lemons. read more