In the aftermath of storm Éowyn, many vegetable and fruit growers in Ireland are dealing with significant financial losses caused by the damage to their farms. Brian Dilleen, owner of Mad Yolk Farm in Craughwell, Co Galway, revealed to the Irish Farmers Journal that he chose not to file an insurance claim. read more

Between August and mid-January, Georgia exported 9,100 tons of apples, generating $5.8 million, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. The export volume increased by 7,600 tons, and the value rose by $4.8 million, a six-fold increase over the previous year. The Ministry highlighted that. read more

Tosca, a provider of 100% reusable and recyclable plastic packaging and pooling solutions, will participate in Fruit Logistica 2025. Tosca will showcase its comprehensive range of solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of the produce sector. Experts from all regions will be on hand to. read more

Plantatorzy i dostawcy bananów przyglądają się uważnie potencjalnym 25-procentowym taryfom, jakie prezydent Donald Trump grozi nałożyć na towary zarówno z Meksyku, jak i Kanady. "Jesteśmy producentem w Meksyku i sprowadzamy owoce z trzecich stron z Gwatemali" - mówi Andy Thomas-Stivalet. read more

Banana growers in the Paphos district of Cyprus are facing difficulties due to interruptions in water supply caused by the draining of the Mavrokolympos reservoir. This was done to fix a corroded vent, at a time when Cyprus is experiencing its driest January since 1997. read more

The average price of cucumbers increased again in week 4 at VBT. At slightly over 70 euro cents per piece, this price has not surpassed the five-year average yet, following a costly beginning to the year. The average price of tomatoes was near the five-year average, with prices at 1.50 euros per kilo. read more

The Newry and Armagh MP met with the Mushroom Producers Organisation to discuss their worries about the discontinuation of the EU's Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme. This scheme plays a crucial role in supporting local food production, enhancing the rural economy, and ensuring food security. As the scheme's end date draws near, efforts are being made to address the impact it will have on the industry. read more

While the healthy New Year's resolutions for 2025 may be starting to decline at this point, the good news is that consumers overall still appear to be interested in health and wellness, and the produce industry is benefiting from this movement. "The focus is on making wellness accessible throughout the year," says Alex. read more

Bimi® has had another successful season, with growth for Bimi across the continent reaching 30.4% year on year. Demand from consumers, retailers, and the food service industry continues to prove the ever-growing taste for the versatile vegetable across Europe. In the UK, Tenderstem® continues read more

During the three days of the Brassicas Winter Days held in Murcia, 150 attendees, including farmers, field technicians, marketers, and the media, had the opportunity to learn about Sakata's latest innovations in broccoli, cauliflower, kale, cabbage, pak choi, and radish crops. read more

T&G has signed a deal with the New Zealand Superannuation Fund, facilitated by its rural investment manager FarmRight, to cultivate 125 hectares of its high-quality JOLI™ branded apples in Canterbury. This marks the initial large-scale planting of JOLI branded apples in Canterbury. read more

Wzrost wskaźnika cen producentów rolnych w Jordanii wyniósł 9,9% w 2024 roku, osiągając 109,4 punktów w porównaniu do 99,5 punktów w 2023 roku, jak podał Departament Statystyki (DoS). Ten wzrost był głównie spowodowany wzrostem cen kluczowych upraw, takich jak ziemniaki, cukinia i fasola, które... read more

Volume-wise, it has been an above-average year for peaches and nectarines, according to Pierre de Wet, the estate manager of Romansrivier in the Breede River Valley. However, the Packham pear harvest is very low. "We prefer a cooler October for fruit set, but instead, last October we had quite a lot of hot weather." read more

Many suppliers offering a diverse range of organic foods participate in BioFach in Nuremberg, Germany, each year. Schneider's Gemüseland has been a consistent exhibitor in the organic vegetable category for several years. The company is situated in the heart of Lower Austria. read more

The agricultural sector continues to be one of the primary sources of exports for Costa Rica, representing 18% of total international shipments in 2024; a 7% increase from 2023. However, global market dynamics present challenges in terms of logistics, costs, regulations, and consumption for Costa Rican agricultural products. read more

The Peruvian mango and avocado market has encountered challenges during the 2024/2025 season, ranging from weather issues to logistical complications. "Mango production in Peru has decreased by 50% compared to past seasons, primarily attributable to the inadequate rainfall in the northern region of the country. This has also resulted in increased..." read more

Japan has shown interest in strengthening its trade relations with the Philippines, particularly in increasing imports of Philippine bananas. The Philippines has suggested a review of the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA) to secure a larger portion of the Japanese banana market. read more

Włoska roczna produkcja mandarynek i klementynek zazwyczaj oscyluje między 600 000 a 700 000 ton, w zależności od warunków klimatycznych i trendów rocznych. Clementines i mandarynki stanowią znaczną część europejskiej produkcji cytrusów, która we Włoszech przekracza 3 miliony ton. read more

Eric Lasportes, founder and CEO of Sodirex Vietnam Co, LTD based in Ho Chi Minh City since 2010, has specialized in fresh coconuts and established the Mekong Gourmet export brand targeting the 4th range market. "We import exotic fruits grown in Vietnam, such as coconuts from the Mekong region. read more

Argentinean pear exports have undergone transformations driven by the expansion to new destinations and the need to adapt to quality and sustainability requirements. According to Santiago Lyons, the commercial director of Fruit World, an Argentinean company that produces and exports pears, read more