New Forest Fruit has been growing strawberries throughout the winter. These are a premium Japanese variety with a high brix level. "The season for our Berry Pop strawberries starts in December," said Sandy Booth from New Forest Fruits. "The season has not been quite as good as we would have liked." read more

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

Komisja Europejska rozważa nałożenie cła w wysokości do 25 procent na szeroki zakres eksportu z USA, ze szczególnym uwzględnieniem produktów rolnych, takich jak migdały, żurawina, słodka kukurydza i sok pomarańczowy. Zgodnie z wewnętrznym dokumentem, który ujrzał światło dzienne dzięki POLITICO, ten krok ma być odpowiedzią. read more

Retailers prioritize visual appeal and flavor in their fresh produce aisles. However, significant quality can be lost during the packaging process of these products. This often goes unnoticed but it can have a negative impact on both the product and the supplier's reputation. Delicate foods like lettuce and spinach are... read more

Tobacco ban? Delhaize Belgium says 'Let them eat spinach!'

Delhaize Belgium's new campaign features health-focused statements to draw attention to the benefits of nutritious foods. Examples of the messaging include: 'Eating apples increases the chance of a healthy lifestyle'; 'Spinach may read more

The scientists at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE have partnered with VOEN Vöhringer GmbH & Co. KG from Fronreute near Ravensburg to create photovoltaic modules that are lightweight and can be installed on traditional weather protection systems for specific crops like fruit. read more

The Australian marketing company, The Avolution, originally focused on marketing avocados for two growers in 2012. Since then, they have expanded to market fruit for over 100 growers and continue to grow. "We strive to offer completely transparent transactions, a dependable team, and innovative strategies that have propelled us to where we are today. read more

Farmer's in Bulgaria's Sliven region are reporting significant damage caused by a sudden cold spell. Sub-zero temperatures and snow have led to the freezing of hundreds of acres of cherries, peaches, and apricots. Farmers are stating that losses are approaching complete devastation for the entire region. read more

India's food safety authority has recognized certificates from Nepal's National Food and Feed Reference Laboratory (NFFRL). This recognition comes after a memorandum of understanding was signed five years ago, allowing for the acceptance of certificates for eight food items from Nepal: juice, jam, jelly, pickles, candies, ginger, fresh fruits, and vegetables. read more

The state of São Paulo, Brazil's largest avocado producer, has started exporting avocados to Chile and Japan, focusing on high-value markets. This comes after phytosanitary missions were conducted since 2023 to assess adherence to import regulations. Chile, the world's second-largest consumer of avocados per capita, offers a promising market. read more

In Rosja consider proposal to introduce state regulation of potato prices. Boris Chernyshov, Vice Speaker of the State Duma, discussed this issue with Maxim Reshetnikov, head of the Ministry of Economic Development. According to Rosstat and the Central Bank, retail prices for potatoes are rising. read more

Water scarcity is a challenge for agriculture in Chile, particularly impacting fruit crop production like watermelons, which have high water requirements. Scientists at the Center for Advanced Studies in Fruit Growing (CEAF) in the O'Higgins Region are working on strategies to enhance drought resistance. read more

The Moroccan melon campaign started between March 10th and 15th in the Dakhla region, and volumes are expected to increase with the beginning of production in the Marrakech region. "We are in the middle of transitioning between the two production areas. We should have melons from Dakhla until the end of." read more

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The last few days have been characterized by beneficial rainfall for the orange groves in Korinthia, Greece. According to local packer Mr. Nikos Karachalios, "The current harvest is mainly focused on Merlin and Valencia oranges. While we may not have the same abundance of Valencia crop as Laconia, our oranges have larger calibers. read more

The dostawa mango do USA jest zwiększana w miarę wzrostu meksykańskiego sezonu tydzień po tygodniu. "USA obecnie otrzymuje obfity dostęp do wysokiej jakości mango odmiany Honey z Meksyku" - mówi Galen Johnson, Dyrektor Sprzedaży w Mission Produce. Johnson dodaje, że ta odmiana (także read more

The export of lemons from Turkey will be temporarily suspended starting April 8, 2025, due to unfavorable weather conditions in citrus-producing regions and the need to ensure domestic supply. The announcement was made by the Turkish Ministry of Trade, as reported by Ilkha. read more

DV Fresh is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. What started as a one-person business in Belgium in 1998 has, under founder Dirk Verkinderen's leadership, evolved into a vegetable processing company with a global presence. This year, the family's second generation has also joined the company. "It's read more

Gdy sezon na orzechy laskowe zbliża się do końca w Nowej Zelandii, producenci zachęcają do zwiększenia badań mających na celu poprawę lokalnej produkcji. Stowarzyszenie Producentów Orzechów Laskowych Nowej Zelandii, reprezentujące około 70 interesariuszy, zauważa, że lokalna produkcja spełnia jedynie 10-15% corocznej 200-tonowej demandy. Deb Whiteside read more

Table grapes are a seasonal product, with the market experiencing fluctuations throughout the year. Italian grapes are dominant during the summer and autumn campaigns, while grapes from overseas become more prominent in supermarkets during the winter and spring seasons. read more