"I believe that climate change is the main cause of the critical situation that has been affecting Italian citrus fruit for the past three years. With high temperatures and prolonged drought, only rainfall can save our citrus groves. Institutions should play their part when it comes to..." read more

Produktion und Export von peruanischen Mandarinen/Clementinen sollen im Wirtschaftsjahr 2024/2025 (April 2025 bis März 2026) voraussichtlich um zwei bzw. vier Prozent steigen. Die Produktion wird auf 570.000 metrische Tonnen (MT) geschätzt, während die Exporte auf 225.000 MT prognostiziert werden. Die höhere Produktivität wird angetrieben von read more

Tylko garstka plantatorów papai pozostała w RPA, a wśród nich jeden z najbardziej doświadczonych mówi, że przewiduje zrezygnowanie z papai za pięć lat, aby skupić się wyłącznie na awokado. "To smutna sytuacja" - mówi Rodney Cooper z Rodney Cooper Estate w Tzaneen, prowincja Limpopo. read more

The Cibel brand has been in existence for 80 years and is known for its high-quality Spanish citrus fruits. With 40 years of experience in the fresh produce industry, Central Fruit's manager, William Willems, emphasizes how Cibel's unwavering quality and its flagship product, leaf clementines, set it apart. read more

Silnie znane marki. Standard, Plus i Premium. Guido Fruit przysięga na to. Ten importer warzyw, ale zwłaszcza owoców, obsługuje klientów w Belgii i Holandii z siedzibą w Brukseli. Gdy pogoda się zmienia, nawet gdy zbliża się Boże Narodzenie, ciężarówki z Hiszpanii od firmy Llusar jeżdżą tam i z powrotem. read more

The 2024-2025 season for Peruvian blueberries is expected to reach a total volume of 323,928 tons, reflecting a 4.1% increase compared to the initial projections. This achievement solidifies Peru's position as a major global exporter. Luis Miguel Vegas, the general manager of the Association of Producers and Exporters of blueberries in Peru, stated that... read more

Z dużą ilością wysokiej jakości jabłek wschodnich gotowych do spożycia przez konsumentów, firma Rice Fruit Company jest przygotowana na święta i Nowy Rok. "Mamy w tym sezonie umiarkowany wolumen plonów i miłą mieszankę odmian, które zachwycą" - mówi Brenda Briggs z firmy Rice Fruit Company. Zapotrzebowanie na jabłka jest read more

In Marketing Year (MY) 2024/25, South African growers are expected to redirect more citrus volumes towards processing due to higher prices, making juicing a lower-risk option. Production of oranges, grapefruits, tangerines/mandarins, and lemons in MY 2024/25 is forecasted to increase. read more

At Grappe de Raisins, preparations for the end of the year are in full swing. By the end of this week, the real Christmas rush will hit the fruit and vegetable shop. "It is one of our busiest periods. Summer remains the busiest time here on the coast, but we are definitely seeing a peak now too." read more

Stoffels Tomaten is acquiring the greenhouses of Baanheidehof from Beerse. This involves a 10-hectare area where peppers will be cultivated initially. Meanwhile, the tomato grower in Rijkevorsel is demolishing its oldest greenhouse, with new construction planned to follow. Commercial operations are ongoing. read more

As the festive season approaches, many employers take the opportunity to show their staff how much they are appreciated. For the Belgian company Fruitsnacks' subsidiary Logofruit, this means enormous pressure. Its apples bearing personalized logos are unique marketing tools that combine health and… read more

South Africa's table grape industry has reported mixed trends in exports and inspections up to Week 50 of the 2024/2025 season. A total of 10.99 million cartons were inspected for export, marking a 12.6% decline compared to the previous year. This drop was attributed to lower yields in early varieties across the Northern Provinces. read more

Global demand for Egyptian soft citrus remains high despite competition from Turkey and Morocco, with Egyptian mandarins fetching good prices, as stated by Ahmed Abdel El-Ghafar, executive manager of Gift Fruit. According to the exporter, "Our Egyptian mandarin shipments began a month ago and are yielding satisfactory results." read more

Production of peppers in Morocco's Souss-Massa region has decreased by 30% to 40% this week, primarily because of cold nighttime temperatures and viral diseases such as Pepper Mild Mottle Virus (PMMV), as reported by local producer Obeida Mansour from Universal Peppers. Nighttime temperatures have dropped to 8-9°C. read more

The banana is one of the most affordable fruits to purchase in Greece, resulting in strong sales and a consistent consumption rate, as stated by Mr. Pantelis Iliadis, the owner of Iliadis Bananes, a company specializing in banana ripening and importing exotic fruits and vegetables: "Banana prices are highly competitive. read more

UK: Aldi has introduced its largest vegan range yet for Veganuary, with prices starting at just £1.49. Aldi stated: "Whether customers are transitioning to a fully plant-based diet or simply making some meat-free substitutions, Aldi's new and returning Plant Menu products offer a variety of options for breakfast." read more

The wholesale markets in Korea have a different system compared to other countries, whereby all fruits and vegetables must be reported and sold under three conditions. Firstly, they are sold through auction, and secondly, individual wholesalers can bring their produce to the wholesale market with a negotiated price. read more

Więcej krajów, w tym Meksyk, Ekwador i Kolumbia, zwiększają obecnie podaż organicznych bananów. „To utrzymuje stabilność dostępności” - mówi Mayra Velazquez de León z Organics Unlimited. „Te kraje systematycznie eksportują organiczne banany, aby zaspokoić globalne zapotrzebowanie, w szczególności” read more

W odpowiedzi na problemy jakościowe napotkane w 2022 roku, branża opracowała i wdrożyła siedmiopunktowy plan działania mający na celu poprawę nie tylko zysków producentów, ale także zaufania rynkowego i reputacji marki. W rezultacie sezon 2023 oznaczał znaczącą poprawę w stratach owoców. read more

Anna Gabler, commercial director of Agro Queens Sp. z o.o., says that as Christmas approaches, demand for apples has slightly decreased. "Although we experienced extremely high demand in November, sales have been slow in December so far. We have introduced promotional offers to attract customers and boost sales." read more