Jednym z największych wyzwań dla eksportu cytrusów z Argentyny jest umocnienie peso, co zwiększyło koszty eksportu o 20-30%. „Straciliśmy konkurencyjność, więc musimy sprawdzić, czy możemy przenieść te wyższe koszty na cenę sprzedaży” - powiedział Gonzalo Piñeiro, szef logistyki w firmie Ledesma. read more

Agrovision has reached a significant achievement with the first harvest from its farms in China's Yunnan province. The locally grown premium blueberries, marketed under the Meiyili brand, were completely sold out within 24 hours of being introduced to the market, highlighting China's increasing demand for top-quality, fresh produce. read more

Retail demand and consumption are stable. The balance between demand and supply is expected to be maintained for the rest of the season, particularly considering the low stock levels at the end of last year's season. Farm-gate prices faced some pressure in the last two weeks, but this was influenced by the supply situation. read more

After moving from Westland to Ridderkerk, Berryland now operates from the premises of R&M Forwarding. The company, founded two years ago by Rob Pakvis and Theo Benjert, continues to grow in a controlled manner. "We don't want to be swept along by market trends but prefer to expand step by step." read more

The Moroccan mandarin variety Nadorcott has finally entered production in Berkane, one of the country's prominent citrus-growing regions. Mohammed Ramdani, the commercial director of the Kantari Group based in Berkane, stated: "After securing the license to cultivate Nadorcott in our region, and following a read more

Viet Tropical Fruit exports a variety of exotic fruits to the Middle East, with the main product being passion fruit, which they grow themselves. They have a consistent supply throughout the year. Other exotic fruits they export include dragon fruit, as well as red and white flesh varieties. Additionally, they export rambutan, durian, and lime. read more

The avocado Hass from Colombia is currently experiencing its peak market moment, establishing itself as one of the country's most profitable agricultural products. In 2024, exports exceeded $300 million, showing a 54.3% increase compared to 2023. This fruit has become a significant cornerstone in Colombian exports. read more

Australia has a year-round supply of avocados thanks to the wide range of climates across the country. The volumes are generally good for most of the year, with a lighter supply around January and February. "We are at the tail end of the Western Australian season and just commencing the North Queensland." read more

During Fruit Logistica, Wiscomex ran a striking trade fair promotion. The Dutch exporter of onions, potatoes, and garlic offered all foreign onion importers visiting its booth the chance to participate in a competition to win a free container of yellow onions. The draw was held on the final day of the fair by Muriel Halling. read more

The mushroom sector in Europe plays a central role in supplying fresh mushrooms to the continental market, with 98% of domestic consumption coming from European producers. However, the recent introduction of EU Regulation 2025/40, which imposes strict restrictions on the use of single-use read more

Once considered exotic, avocados have now become a regular part of European diets, being used in various culinary dishes. The rising demand for high-quality avocados has raised questions about their origins and the possibility of cultivating them in new areas. In Mallorca, a region traditionally associated with potatoes, a shift is taking place as locals... read more

Fruit prices in Ukraine are continuing to rise in 2025, with some increasing by up to 80% compared to last year. The most significant price increases are observed in apples, pears, and mandarins. According to IndexBox, domestic fruit production decreased by 3-5% in 2024 due to summer droughts and increased irrigation costs. read more

The Southern Hemisphere Association of Fresh Fruit Exporters (SHAFFE) has unanimously elected a new president and vice-president. SHAFFE's presidents and vice-president serve two-year terms, and in February 2025, Marta Bentancur's term as president of the association ended. read more

On Pieter Vandooren's organic farm, the celeriac harvest is now behind them. While the farm primarily focuses on leeks, they are also very active in celeriac during this period. "The celeriac is doing well. Demand is good, but the sizes are a bit smaller than in previous years, so we are working." read more

Elstars, Jonagolds, and Kanzis may dominate Dutch supermarket shelves, but you can still find apple varieties like Cox Orange, James Grieve, Delcorf, and Dijkmanszoet. Though not well known, these 'forgotten varieties' still have a place, mainly at greengrocers. How are these traditional apples perceived? read more

Oficjalne dane wskazują na różnicę cenową między marokańskimi i europejskimi ogórkami, przy czym odmiany marokańskie są najtańsze. Pomimo tego, marokańskie ogórki utrzymują swoją konkurencyjność rynkową, osiągając kamienie milowe w eksporcie. Według raportu Hort Info, który odnosi się do żywności i. read more

After the Chinese New Year, lower than anticipated temperatures in navel orange production regions have caused a delay in the fruit's market entry and led to increased prices for Fengjie navel oranges. However, with new production areas scheduled to start harvesting after mid-March, prices are expected to read more

The market for exotic fruits is expanding, driven by increasing demand in Asia and Europe. Consumers are showing a growing interest in tropical and healthy products, seeking new flavors and nutritional benefits. Colombian export company Acacia Ciem participated for the first time this year in the market. read more

Nikos Prountzos, marketing, communication, and commercial manager for Greek organic citrus exporter Anyfion Greece S.A., has stated that there has been a satisfactory overall yield of organic oranges in Greece this season. He emphasized that Greek organic orange production continues to be robust, with high-quality fruit and excellent results. read more

Asparagus production in Caborca, Mexico is increasing. "This is one of the largest asparagus growing regions, known for supplying high volumes to the market in a short period of time," says Adriana Fortune with Gourmet Trading Company. The season runs from late January through April before it read more