From a June 2024 US salmonella outbreak that led to hospitalizations in 34 states linked to cucumbers to Europe-wide Salmonella cases traced to contaminated lettuce, the issue of food safety has gained prominence in recent months, keeping this all-important topic ever-present in consumers' minds. read more

The Mallorcan potato export campaign, mainly led by Mateu Export, started later than usual this year due to unfavorable weather conditions in March. Operations at the Sa Sort Llarga farm began last week, with plans for the campaign to run until June. Joan Mateu, the manager, emphasized that read more

Ilya Bereznyuk, managing partner of Agro and Food Communications, pointed out that restricting lemon exports from Turkey will not affect prices in Russia. In an interview, Bereznyuk stated, "Besides Turkey, lemons are also imported to Russia from Argentina, South Africa, China, Egypt, Morocco, Uzbekistan." read more

Heritable Agriculture, Paul J. Mastronardi, and CIV (Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti) have announced a collaborative initiative to create strawberry genetics specifically designed for controlled environment agriculture. The project will utilize AI-based breeding techniques, superior germplasm, and valuable commercial production knowledge. read more

Stemilt is collaborating with Day's Century Growers, a family-owned pear producer and packer in British Columbia, Canada, to sublicense the new Hw624 pear, branded as Happi Pear®, in order to provide locally grown Happi Pears to Canadian consumers. Stemilt's director of research and development, Rob Blakey; read more

Afrucat, Assomela, ANP Pera Rocha, and the French Apple Pear Association (ANPP) met in Avignon last week to discuss 3 key points that will shape the future of apple and pear production in Spain, Italy, Portugal, and France. One of the topics discussed was plastic packaging, with concerns raised about the difficulties in applying the PPWR regulation. read more

This week, the first citrus fruits intended for the U.S. market will be packed by South African growers. On Wednesday, April 9th, the expected additional 30% tariff on South African exports to the U.S. will come into effect. The increased tariffs will negatively impact South African citrus farms and the rural areas. read more

From the fresh market to the fresh-cut sector, from edible flowers to watermelons and melons, the Italian producers' organization Altamura of Pontecagnano Faiano, located in the province of Salerno, region of Campania, is eagerly anticipating the summer season with a growth strategy across various areas. read more

As cherry season approaches, Superfresh Growers is revealing consumer insights to assist retailers in increasing cherry sales and encouraging repeat purchases during the summer. Shoppers aged 55 and older continue to be one of the most dependable consumer groups for cherries. Despite having fixed incomes, they are willing to read more

The Banana Association of North America (BANA) has announced that the cost of bananas could increase by up to $250 million per year due to the 10 percent reciprocal tariff imposed by the Trump Administration on April 5. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that over $2.5 billion worth of bananas are imported each year. read more

In order to support seed renewal and enhance potato yields, 25,000 kg of second-generation "Picasso" variety seed potatoes have been distributed to farmers in the Alay district. The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic stated that these seeds were procured for seed production purposes. read more

Despite the rain, water shortages, and logistical issues due to a lack of containers and port congestion, Peru exported a record volume of grapes in the 2023-2024 season. According to Isaías Segovia, an agricultural expert from Peru, "Peru exported nearly 700,000 tons of grapes in the 2024." read more

The global grape market is currently experiencing significant changes. In regions such as Asia, South America, and the United States, exporters, retailers, and growers are encountering new challenges due to evolving consumer preferences, increased competition, and logistical constraints. read more

Azerbaijan has started cultivating the Calardis Blanc grape variety, developed by the Geilweilerhof Institute for Grape Breeding in Germany. This information was shared by the director of the Scientific Research Institute of Viticulture and Winemaking under the Ministry of Agriculture of Azerbaijan. read more

Mission Produce, Inc. has introduced a new seasonal product, the 4-count Honey Mango clamshell, containing the World's Finest Mangos™ from Mexico. This value-packed offering is available for a limited time in the spring and is designed for easy grab-and-go convenience. "Our new 4-count Honey Mango clamshell is primed to..." read more

A production facility that used to process frozen vegetables is now being offered for sale in the city of Kalisz, Poland. The site used to handle the entire production process, from receiving fresh raw materials to delivering finished frozen products. Operations were halted in. read more

Ostatnie wytyczne od dystrybutora kiwi Zespri wskazują na potencjalne zmiany w cenach przy bramie sadu dla wszystkich odmian. Paul Clark, ekonomista branżowy z Westpac, zauważa, że silne zapotrzebowanie wzmocni ceny eksportowe kiwi do 2025 roku. Według Zespri, czynniki takie jak wzrost popytu... read more

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According to Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food Vitaliy Koval, approximately 35% of vegetables grown in Ukraine do not reach consumers due to spoilage during storage or transit. Speaking on a telethon, Koval emphasized the destruction of agricultural infrastructure, including vegetable. read more

Coinciding with 'Kom in de Kas', BerryBrothers welcomed interested visitors to their greenhouses in Heythuysen and Roggel on Saturday, 5 April. Many people took the opportunity to visit the soft fruit company, which was celebrating its 45th anniversary and also marking the opening of its new. read more

The grape and mango market is experiencing challenges due to weather complications, price fluctuations, and strict regulations. Competition among producing countries and quality standards in Europe and the United States are also influencing the market dynamics. Brazilian producer and exporter Lina Frutas sends 60-70% of its... read more