The Ukrainian Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food stated that every region should have large vegetable storage facilities capable of holding 10,000 to 20,000 tons. He also mentioned that next year's budget includes UAH 1 billion (almost €23 million) to support the development of livestock farming and the processing of… read more

The previous endive season was extremely challenging, not only due to a shortage of planting material but also because of a delayed harvest start and inconsistent root quality, according to Lukas Klimesch from the eponymous company. The company, located in Lafnitztal in the Burgenland region of Austria, has been highly regarded. read more

Zasoby jabłek z Pensylwanii są bardziej kontrolowane w tym roku niż rok temu o tej porze. "Narodowy zbiór jabłek na sezon 2024-2025 jest nieco mniejszy, a popyt jest silny" - mówi Brandon Ruppert z Cohen Produce Marketing. Jeśli chodzi o odmiany, jabłka Gala zaczynają się kurczyć. read more

The range of vegetable varieties available for greenhouse growers is increasing. Seed company Med Hermes Vegetable Seeds is actively working on introducing new Solanaceae hybrids. A meeting took place in Leverano, Apulia, at Azienda Rosafio Gianluca where significant results were achieved during events focused on the topic. read more

W ciągu ostatnich lat światowe zapotrzebowanie na owoce tropikalne wzrosło, co sprawiło, że Wietnam stał się kluczowym dostawcą na rynku. Wśród najbardziej poszukiwanych produktów znajdują się świeże kokosy i różowy pomelo, cenione za swój smak, korzyści zdrowotne i wszechstronność. Wzrost popytu na świeże kokosy read more

The Georgian Competition and Consumer Agency (GCCA) has completed its assessment of the competitive landscape in the blueberry sector, covering the period from 2020 to the first ten months of 2024. This examination was launched in response to requests from local growers seeking to analyze competition. read more

"The Christmas and New Year's sales period for table grapes in the European and United Kingdom markets went reasonably well," says Leon de Kock, CEO of Grape Alliance Marketing, based in the Hex River Valley of South Africa. "Sales were good, but one concern was Peru, as they kept their supply longer than we." read more

In January and February, FreshPlaza will be focusing on Fruit Logistica. Once again, Fruit Logistica is returning to Berlin as one of the main trade shows on the global stage. With costs rising around the world, meeting everyone in person provides a fantastic opportunity to look ahead and establish new contracts. read more

"Rynki obecnie nie są w stanie absorbować pełnego wolumenu dostępnych towarów. Wynika to z niezrównoważenia w relacji między ceną produktów rolnych w obszarach wiejskich a ich późniejszymi cenami detalicznymi. Aby zilustrować ten punkt, rozważ przykład zwykłej mandarynki. Obecnie…"

"The markets are currently unable to absorb the full volume of goods available. This is due to an imbalance in the relationship between the price of produce in rural areas and its subsequent retail prices. To illustrate this point, consider the example of a common clementine. At present..." read more

Extreme weather conditions have disrupted orange crop harvests globally, causing a significant reduction in supply. In Spain, catastrophic flooding in October led to considerable damage to the nation's crop yields, with estimated losses of around $205 million. Valencia, a major orange-producing region, was particularly affected. read more

Produkcja cytrusów w Korei Południowej w roku marketingowym (MY) 2024/25 jest przewidywana na poziomie 565 000 ton, co oznacza spadek o 2,6 procent i jest najniższe od 10 lat, na skutek stopniowo malejącej powierzchni upraw i niekorzystnych warunków pogodowych. Wyspa Jeju, gdzie uprawiane jest niemal wszystkie koreańskie cytrusy, doświadczyła przedłużającej się fali upałów latem, która trwała aż do. read more

The current mango season in Peru has proven to be a challenge for exporters, as they are facing various obstacles that are affecting logistics and the sector's competitiveness in global markets. Sofia Wong, the commercial manager of Sunshine Export S.A.S., states that "the impact..." read more

With global food demand projected to increase by 50-60% in the coming decades due to population growth and changing consumption patterns, the agricultural sector is at the forefront of tackling this challenge. Urban population growth, rising purchasing power in emerging markets, and a shift read more

The Union of Potato and Vegetable Growers of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in its review of the outcomes of 2024, emphasized an increase in potato yields and sustained interest in exports, as reported by EastFruit. Baizhan Ualkhanov, the newly appointed leader of the Union, shared insights in an interview with "APK". read more

The question of whether banana cultivation requires an African or South American climate is easily answered. In fact, as shown by Alba Bio OP in Marina di Ragusa (Ragusa), it is possible to successfully grow bananas in Sicily. The company has been conducting experiments. read more

Air New Zealand takes on the challenge of transporting over five million kilograms of cargo during the holiday season, with New Zealand cherries playing a significant role in this operation. These cherries, known for their quality and freshness, are highly sought after worldwide. read more

The Việt Nam Fruit and Vegetable Association (Vinafruit) has identified a troubling trend of illegal replication and misuse of planting area and packaging facility codes, particularly for durians. This issue involves unauthorized contracts, counterfeit stamps, and forged signatures. read more

The annual seasonal transition is currently happening in the fresh herbs industry. "With the exception of thyme, which we can provide year-round from German sources, we have now started importing the last crops, such as parsley, by early December," says Thomas Herrmann. read more

Analysts have identified a complex scenario within the European mandarin market towards the end of 2024, marked by consumer astonishment at elevated prices and producer grievances over low harvests not correlating with demand levels. Fedir Rybalko, a notable figure in the international fruit industry... read more

Auctions in the Axarquia, Spain, have already begun working with avocados from the 2024/25 season. "This year, despite the drought in the Axarquia, the Torrox area has not been significantly affected in terms of production or sizes. Farms in Vélez-Málaga and other towns in the area are also doing well." read more