On November 13, 2024, the Bronisze Wholesale Market in Warsaw, Poland, served as the central location for a trade mission that aimed to introduce fruit and vegetable exporters from Morocco and Egypt to the markets of Eastern and Central Europe. Organized by FAO and EBRD from November 12-15, this mission... read more

As part of the Lower Saxony strategy, the contractual partners have agreed to increase the share of organically farmed land to 10 percent by 2025 and even 15 percent by 2030. However, based on the latest application figures for 2024, the percentage of organically farmed land in Lower Saxony applied for at the Lower Saxony Chamber is still pending confirmation. read more

Peruvian grape harvest is currently in progress, and the first shipments are already en route to the UK and European markets. Boris Manz, a representative from the UK importer Fruit Growers Alianza, recently visited Peru to monitor the progress of the harvest. "Last week, I traveled to Peru to check on the status of the season. read more

Camposol has launched this year's cherry season for the Chinese market almost two weeks earlier than last year. The first shipment from Chile arrived in Shanghai on November 11th and was quickly distributed across various channels. The cherries, sourced from the O'Higgins and Maule regions, are... read more

Ostatnio wybuchł Mountain Fire w hrabstwie Ventura, Kalifornia, który spalił 20 630 akrów i zniszczył ponad 200 budynków. Pożar został spowodowany bardzo silnymi wschodnimi wiatrami o prędkości 50-60 mil na godzinę, z porywami do 80 mil na godzinę. Oczekuje się, że spowodował straty przekraczające 6 milionów dolarów. read more

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at the Pharr International Bridge intercepted $31,169,000 worth of methamphetamine hidden in a shipment labeled as serrano peppers. "Our CBP officers continue to remain vigilant and intercepted this massive read more

The Japanese pineapple market is currently growing, as local consumers prefer fresh pineapples. Japan's annual consumption exceeds 180,000 tons, which includes juice, canned, and dried pineapple products. Since Japan's climate is not suitable for pineapple cultivation, the country imports... read more

Haith Group, a manufacturer of vegetable handling equipment, began its partnership with MH Poskitt in 1959 when Geoff Haith started offering repair services to Mark Poskitt. Back then, Poskitts were producing approximately 1,000 tons of carrots each year. Today, their production has increased significantly to 70,000 tons annually. read more

The harvest of the very first strawberries has already begun in Greece, with the products being exported directly, according to Mr. Antonis Arvanitakis, the owner of the strawberry exporting company Arvanitakis Fruits. "There is a very high demand from European supermarket chains, especially. read more

The Australian apricot brand Pride of Prima is experiencing growth as it enters its second season, aiming to revitalize the category. Following a successful trial season last year, Prima Fresh is expanding its apricot brand to Coles Supermarkets and Costco in New South Wales and Victoria. read more

In Nova Scotia, a region historically rich in wild blueberries, climate change is bringing about several challenges for the industry. According to David Percival from Dalhousie University, changes in climate patterns have resulted in an unusual synchronization in the blooming period of the blueberries. read more

Projections indicate that the export volumes of nectarines, plums, and apricots are all anticipated to increase compared to last year. This growth is attributed to investments in expanding the planted area and introducing new varieties. Additionally, there is cautious optimism that strategic changes at the Port of Cape Town will lead to a more dependable service. read more

Australia's Piñata Farms has started its yearly pineapple harvest in Mareeba, Far North Queensland, moving from its main location in Wamuran, Southeast Queensland. This change guarantees the ongoing national supply of their pineapples all year round. Despite facing challenges from. read more

The company, founded 13 years ago, has gained recognition for using banana bioactives sourced from upcycled bananas in the French Caribbean. Following eco-extraction principles, it seeks to extract the benefits of bananas in an environmentally conscious manner, minimizing ecological impact. Kadalys. read more

Food Farm Hub has partnered with Lien Yu Global Commercial, a distributor renowned for its range of Asian fruits, dried fruits, organic, and eco-friendly products. The goal of this collaboration is to expand Food Farm Hub's distribution of food and agricultural products into China, Hong Kong, and other regions. read more

The Tudela artichoke season is currently in full swing. The production started a bit slowly due to cooler and rainier weather in September and October than usual; however, this cooler climate has helped the plants grow very well and kept potentially harmful pests at bay. read more

The Apulian entrepreneur Antonio Cantatore, who owns approximately 60 hectares of table grapes, is pleased with the recent season of the popular white seeded variety Pizzutella, a traditional grape in Apulia. The variety performed well in Italy and some European countries. read more

Fresh potatoes continue to be a common ingredient in American kitchens, with 85.2% of households buying this versatile vegetable nearly 11 times a year. Recent sales data indicates that potatoes are not only a popular choice but also a top seller in the produce section, having the highest. read more

After a 14-year career in Japan's corporate sector, Andrew Doré made a transition to agriculture in South Africa, where he now focuses on macadamia and banana farming. His decision to shift industries was motivated by a desire to make a positive impact on society, prompting him to purchase a 30-hectare farm called Villa Doré in KwaZulu-Natal. read more

For many years, Piet Heij from Heij Fruits Vegetables International (HFVI) in Schoonhoven has been exporting fruits, vegetables, and top fruits to customers in Germany. The experienced trader, now 75, follows the motto of "No premises, no staff, and therefore keeping costs as low as possible." His daughter... read more