The second part of the Spanish mandarin season is notably ahead of the 2024 campaign, both agronomically and commercially. There is a strong demand for mandarins in the fields due to their scarcity at this time of year. "So far, we have already exported more than double the amount of Tango and Nadorcott... read more

The geo-climatic conditions in Vattavada, India, are conducive to the cultivation of various horticultural crops, including a local variety of passion fruit. This fruit is known for its orange color with a greenish tint, as well as its sweet and slightly tangy flavor. There is a high demand for this fruit in the market due to these desirable qualities. read more

Holland: Ruud van Munster succeeds John van der Ent as CEO of SPAR Holding B.V. SPAR Netherlands announced that Ruud van Munster will become the CEO of SPAR Holdings B.V. starting from May 1, 2025. John van der Ent, who served as CEO of SPAR Netherlands for seven years, resigned from his position for personal reasons on May 1st. read more

Despite products such as young spinach, baby leaves, and Salanova being more popular in the summer months—Rik Vanackere's specialties—the grower from Izegem, Flanders, has noticed that demand remains strong even in winter. "Demand has been good. We work with our regular buyers, and while it read more

Voor-Groenberg Nurseries, also known as VG Nurseries, have gained significant experience over their 36 years in operation, according to Casper Brink, the operations manager. The nursery consists of four propagation sites that operate independently, with a focus on Vitis vinifera. They produce both table grapes and wine grapes in approximately equal amounts, with a split of about 50:50. read more

In 2023, global watermelon production reached a record 104,932 million kilograms, according to data compiled by Hortoinfo based on information from Faostat, the statistical agency of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), which has recently updated the global data for 2023, the latest year available. read more

More than three million trays, or 10,800 tonnes, of Zespri RubyRed™ Kiwifruit will be available this season, with its berry-like taste being offered for the first time in several exciting new markets. The RubyRed harvest will begin in New Zealand in the coming weeks, with a large volume expected. read more

Julia Parry, VP of Business Development and Downstream at Harmoniz, talks about Harmoniz Select – a special selection of collaborative projects that showcase how food tastes better together. Harmoniz Select varieties, including ToBRFV-resistant tomatoes, will be showcased in Berlin. read more

Salix Fruits has appointed Andy Froggatt as its country manager for South Africa. With over 30 years of extensive experience in international fruit sales and procurement, Froggatt joins the company as it pursues its global expansion efforts. read more

The economic implications of food waste in Australia are substantial, with an estimated $36.6 billion lost annually. A significant portion of fresh produce is discarded at the farm gate due to cosmetic imperfections, including appearance, size, or ripeness. This issue has long been recognized. read more

Apples are easy to store. They can be enjoyed weeks or even months after harvest, remaining as crisp and fresh as if they were just picked from the tree. With their small carbon footprint, they are also recommended from a climate protection perspective and allow for healthy enjoyment. read more

Dennis Peterson of Riverbend Fresh states that the supply of imported watermelons is currently at a reasonable level, priced at $200 per bin. He believes that they are at a good level. He also mentions that growing conditions for watermelons in central and southern parts of Mexico and Guatemala have been generally favorable. read more

Ceres-based farming enterprise Laastedrif Agri is conducting an in-depth exploration of value-adding opportunities for the 38,000 tons of vegetables they harvest annually from their farms. These farms are located along a west-east axis, stretching from Elands Bay at sea level to their farm situated 1,250 meters above sea level, and extending further into... read more

Konsumpcja wysokiej klasy melonów wywołała dyskusje wśród konsumentów w Wielkiej Brytanii. Ostatnim przypadkiem jest historia z udziałem Carmie Sellitto, pasjonata kulinariów znanej ze swoich recenzji restauracji wokół Londynu. Sellitto zakupił japoński melon koronny za 150 funtów w Harrods Food Hall, Knightsbridge, Londyn. Jego read more

The Greek fresh produce exports have greatly benefited from the recent inclusion of Bulgaria and Romania in the Schengen Area, which took effect on January 1st. The significant delays that were previously experienced at the border crossings between Greece-Bulgaria and Bulgaria-Romania have now disappeared. read more

People enjoy blueberries that are crunchy, juicy, and sweet. If they are too soft or sour, imperfections that are not visible to the naked eye, they are typically rejected. Magnus, the grading machine from Optimum Sorting designed for delicate fruits, is able to detect these imperfections. Steve Raskin, the Chief Sales Officer at this Dutch company, elaborates on this... read more

George Smith, the future Master of London's Worshipful Company of Fruiterers, began his career in the fruit industry on December 20, 1964, at Covent Garden's Floral Hall Yard. At the age of eight, he would eagerly await the morning fruit deliveries, immersing himself in the vibrant market atmosphere. read more

Van Ooijen Citrus is once again offering Egyptian oranges and mandarins. Director Gerry van Ooijen is pleased with the expansion of the product range, despite the complexity of these products. Margins are not always favorable due to competition and numerous suppliers, but the Dutch company values the service provided by Egypt. read more

The export campaign for Chilean kiwi berries is now in the starting blocks. The first Chilean kiwi berries are expected to arrive at our premises between the beginning and middle of calendar week 6, so our customers will be supplied for the first time in calendar week 7. This is approximately when the harvest begins. read more

In January, Dimitrios Spanos, Founder and Director of Grape Evolution, along with his team, visited South Africa to introduce growers to the latest table grape varieties developed by Israel's Agricultural Research Organisation (ARO), known as the Volcani Institute. Grape Evolution is the read more