Specialists from Rosselkhoznadzor have been in discussions with representatives from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of the Government of India regarding the supply of fruits and vegetables to Russia. New Delhi has expressed a desire to broaden the range of exported goods. Specifically, the read more

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has initiated measures against corruption and unlawful practices in India's agricultural horticulture sector, a step applauded by the farming community. Farmers are now urging the CBI to also look into the unauthorized import of apples and other products. read more

In May 2024, the EU average orange price was €82.68 per 100 kg, a decrease of 2.79% from the previous month and 2.76% below the 5-year average. In Spain, the price stood at €75.44 per 100 kg, slightly lower than the 5-year average. Meanwhile, in Italy, oranges were priced at €114.5 per 100 kg, marking a 14.23% decrease. read more

Podaż papryki chili nadal jest bardzo niska. „Sonora, Meksyk praktycznie zakończył produkcję i zakończył ją wcześniej niż oczekiwano” - mówi Francisco Clouthier z Maui Fresh International LLC. „Na początku sezonu pojawiły się jakieś warunki pogodowe, które opóźniły produkcję, a pod koniec sezonu” read more

The Association of Strawberry Producers and Exporters of Huelva, Freshuelva, revealed in late July that the 2021-2022 season ended with a total strawberry output of 270,120 tons. This represents a 4% decrease from the previous season. Despite an average sales price read more

Lopburi, a Thai town overrun by around 2,500 wild monkeys, has launched a plan to capture and relocate the animals using cages baited with tropical fruit. Recent conflicts between monkeys and humans have led to this decision. Authorities aim to trap the monkeys, conduct health checks, sterilize them, and then transfer them to a new location. read more

Od początku maja hiszpańskie arbuzi dołączyły do dostaw z Maroka, które już od lutego/marca znajdują się na półkach francuskich supermarketów. Te kampanie są utrudnione przez brak konsumpcji. "Zła pogoda naprawdę nie pozwoliła nam przeprowadzić dobrej kampanii. Arbuzi są" read more

Zmniejszyła się średnio o 30% zapotrzebowanie na lokalnie uprawiane owoce i warzywa na Łotwie w tym roku, jak wynika z danych Mārtiņša Tronsa, członka zarządu stowarzyszenia rolników Zemnieku Saeima. Powołując się na przeprowadzone badanie wśród lokalnych producentów warzyw, owoców i jagód. Badanie wykazało, że read more

In the marketing year 2023/24, the decrease in orange and mandarin production in the EU was not offset by the higher production of lemons and grapefruits. Citrus production in the EU is mainly concentrated in the Mediterranean region. Spain and Italy are the top citrus producers in the EU, with Greece, Portugal, and [additionally, a country omitted from the original text] following closely behind. read more

Dutchman Gerald Mulder has an IT background but ventured into the avocado business through his Tanzanian in-laws a few years ago. "My family oversees around 500 acres (200 hectares) of avocado plantations in Tanzania, located at the base of Kilimanjaro and in the southern region of the country. During the corona pandemic period, read more

In the six-month period from September 2023 to February 2024, Egypt's agricultural sector exported 45 thousand tons of strawberries, amounting to $129 million. These strawberry exports represented 2 percent of the total volume and 6 percent of the value of Egypt's agricultural exports of vegetables and fruits. read more

According to the BVE (Federal Association of the Fruit, Vegetable, and Potato Processing Industry), Spanish offerings dominated the market. They played a particularly significant role in Berlin, where fruits larger than 32 mm in size cost around €8 per kg. In Hamburg and Cologne, their presence had significantly increased, leading to lower prices. In Frankfurt, however, their quality was not as high. read more

Peter Visser claims that he was born among the cherries. The 64-year-old market trader from Krimpen aan den IJssel still considers cherries to be a speciality. "But I am starting to slow down. Selling good cherries is more important than selling a lot of cherries. I am curious to see how the cherry market will evolve." read more

Belgian strawberries were the highlight during a royal visit to Norway. VLAM collaborated with fruit and vegetable exporters and cooperatives to boost the export of Belgian strawberries during HRH Princess Astrid's visit to Norway from June 16-19. In the photo from left to right: An Gilops, Jan Jambon, Princess. read more

The Australian company BGP International has supply partners worldwide, including unique supply arrangements in Australia. The company supplies a variety of fruits, but specializes in citrus and grapes. The Egyptian citrus season is coming to a close, and it has not been an easy one for them. read more

Nowa Zelandia is recognized as the leading exporter of kiwifruit, a fruit known for its unique taste, green flesh, and nutritional content. This position is a result of the country's significant contribution to the global market, where it plays a vital role. In 2022, the international kiwifruit read more

The first shipment of citrus from South Africa's traditional vessels to the Port of Philadelphia is currently being unloaded this week. The Prince of Seas vessel is transporting approximately 3,000 pallets of citrus, with two-thirds of the total volume consisting of easy peelers and the remaining balance being navel oranges. read more

The 9th edition of the International Berry Congress has started at Casa Colón in the city of Huelva, with a high attendance of over 1,500 professionals and more than 60 exhibiting companies. As usual, delicious Serrano ham and refreshments have been served from lunchtime onwards. read more

In Baku, fruit prices have increased significantly, with the average cost rising from around $2 to $5, according to reports from both vendors and consumers. This surge is linked to factors like adverse weather conditions and an increase in exports to Russia. Vahid Ahmadov, a member of the Milli Majlis Committee on… read more

The British blueberry season has started, and supermarkets will soon be stocking their shelves with berries. The Hall Hunter Partnership, a prominent UK producer, is looking to increase British blueberry production this summer. Between June and September, 20,000 tonnes of blueberries are sold in the UK, but only 6,000 are grown domestically. read more