A review of South Africa's fruit export data until Week 52 shows a decrease in inspected cartons for export, totaling 18.19 million. This marks a 13.5% drop from the previous year. Industry outlook:
*Cartons are expressed as 4.5 kg equivalent
A total of 18.19 million cartons were inspected for. read more

In the world of high-tech greenhouse cultivation, ensuring the freshness and safety of harvested produce remains a significant challenge. Transportation and storage conditions frequently result in substantial losses. Traditional methods used to reduce these losses, such as cold storage and durable packaging, read more

W ciągu ostatniej dekady rynek pomidorów w UE przeszedł znaczące zmiany, zgodnie z raportem Hortoinfo opartym na danych z Euroestacom (ICEX-Eurostat). Między styczniem a październikiem 2024 roku państwa członkowskie UE importowały łącznie 2 381,33 miliona kilogramów pomidorów, tj. o 2,52% więcej niż w poprzednim roku. read more

The changes in the crop protection sector, with fewer and fewer agents being authorized, are expected to have short-term consequences. This is the prediction made by Floris Berghout of Viemose DGS. He already foresees serious problems by the winter of 2025-2026. read more

In an effort to improve the quality and freshness of mini cucumbers, a group of growers and marketers contacted Hazel Technologies, a company specializing in extending the shelf life of fresh produce. "We are constantly looking for ways to enhance product quality through our technology and" read more

With the aim of improving the agricultural sector in Makueni County, Kenya, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has officially opened a Horticultural Aggregation Center and Packhouse. This new facility is expected to enhance the quality of mango processing, packaging, and marketing, serving both the local and international markets. read more

With the endive season in full swing, Alban Descamps from En'Diva describes a 'busy' market at the beginning of 2025. "Endive consumption is usually high at this time of year, fueled by a motivation to eat healthily following the indulgences of the year-end celebrations. We also have a significant number. read more

The World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA) has released its stock figures as of December 1, 2024, revealing year-on-year (YOY) changes in apple and pear stocks in Europe and the United States. The data provides insights into regional trends, varietal changes, and overall stock levels for both apples and pears in these regions. read more

Oprócz pomarańczy Sunkist Minneola z USA, Aartsen wprowadza teraz mandarynki Nadorcott z Maroka pod marką Sunkist. "Jak zawsze, Sunkist dostarcza produkty o wyjątkowej jakości, a te mandarynki Nadorcott nie są wyjątkiem" - podkreśla zespół Aartsen. "Dzięki swojemu głębokemu read more

British artist Lucy Sparrow presented her "Blessed Be the Fruit" installation at the SCOPE Art Show in Miami Beach, featuring more than 20,000 felt sculptures of fruits and vegetables. With Fatboy Slim onboard as a whimsical greengrocer, Sparrow's market-inspired display celebrates purity and the beauty of nature. read more

The planting of garlic crops, done in the fall for harvesting in spring, has been completed. The acreage is expected to be similar to last year, which was low, despite better prospects. read more

Based on the CAP 68 design, the new machine is capable of cutting larger cabbages and comes with enhanced hygiene features. With a wider feeder and bigger rotary blade, the CAP 350 can handle white or red cabbages with a diameter of up to 350 mm. The capacity of the CAP 350 is approximately double that of its predecessor. read more

In 2024, the Kurdistan Region's agricultural sector achieved a significant milestone by exporting over a million tons of fruits and vegetables to central and southern Iraq. Official data shows that around 41,000 trucks were involved in this process, facilitated by support letters from Erbil's agricultural directorate. read more

Coinciding with the beginning of the avocado harvest in the Valencian Community, consumers now have access to this product under the new Aguacates CV brand. Supermercados Masymas is selling its first batches of avocados with this label, which are being marketed through the operators Alcoaxarquía and Anecoop. read more

The Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of Val Venosta has consistently emphasized the increasing significance of Club apples in its strategic positioning plan, both verbally and through its actions. Over the years, Club apple production has become a key aspect of VIP's operations. read more

Rynki azjatyckich wiśni były trudne w tym roku, według Sama Vasali z Sai World. Istnieje duże zapotrzebowanie na większe rozmiary, ale nie tak bardzo na mniejsze. Sam eksportuje wiśnie z Tasmanii na rynki azjatyckie. "Rozmiar owoców z Tasmanii jest dobry, ale rynki azjatyckie... read more

Po dwóch słabych sezonach, w tym roku ilości francuskich cykorii są wreszcie wyższe. Pierre Varlet, dyrektor stowarzyszenia producentów Endives de France (APEF), udziela aktualizacji na temat sezonu. "Korzenie pokazują swoje pełne możliwości od początku grudnia" 2024/2025 read more

Crypto billionaire Justin Sun, who purchased Maurizio Cattelan's duct-taped banana artwork for $6.24 million, is planning to express his gratitude to Shah Alam, the Manhattan vendor who originally sold the banana for 25 cents. Sun has announced his intention to buy 100,000 bananas from Alam and distribute them for free around the world. read more

A popular tropical fruit, the pineapple, has been recognized as a natural remedy for improving sleep quality. This fruit, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, has been found to increase melatonin levels in the body by up to 240%. Melatonin is a hormone essential for... read more

Peruvian fruit exports exceeded $6 billion in 2024, as reported by Desilú León Chempén, the head of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur). Blueberries were the top exported fruit, bringing in over $2 billion, followed by avocados with more than $1.3 billion. León Chempén emphasized this achievement. read more