Ecuador's banana exports up to March 2024 have decreased by 0.24%, with 102.01 million boxes sent in March 2024 compared to 102.26 million in March 2023. The decrease is attributed to factors such as delays in the Panama Canal, adverse weather conditions, and an increase in the Minimum Support Price for a box of bananas. read more

Nearly 700 tons of Lovita plums are expected to be available on the French market this year. This estimate may be adjusted in the coming months. "The flowering occurred early and was successful, and we are currently at the stage of small fruits. We are now anticipating the end of spring to provide a more precise assessment." read more

In the combination greenhouse of Germany's Emsland Gemüse, a part of Emsflower, April is the start of the annual crop rotation season. During week 16, the first cluster of tomatoes for the year were harvested, and a significant portion of the complex was also dedicated to bedding plants, preparing for the second planting. read more

Bananas have long been the dominant player in the global fruit trade. They are also one of the most widely available and consumed fruits year-round in many countries around the world. However, analysts at EastFruit have observed an interesting trend: Central Asian countries appear to have a lukewarm read more

Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have created a new electrochromic device for smart windows utilizing sustainable materials like amylose sourced from corn, potatoes, and beans. This advancement meets the demand for more sustainable and energy-efficient building solutions. Guihua Yu, a read more

The "Fruit Day" event will be held in Moldova at the modern orchard of the VelFruct-Prim SRL enterprise and will gather local and international companies showcasing their latest innovations and techniques in fruit cultivation. Iurie Fala from Moldova Fruct is looking forward to welcoming many participants. read more

Shipments of fruits and nuts from China to Kyrgyzstan increased by 1.6 times in the first quarter of 2024, as reported by the Main Customs Administration of China. During this period, fruits and nuts worth a total of $118.3 million were imported from China to Kyrgyzstan. This included items such as mandarin oranges and walnuts. read more

With a selection of five blueberry varieties, the Sekoya® program now extends to global cultivation in 18 countries across 10,000 hectares in zero- and low-chill, as well as mid- and high-chill environments. "We are excited to introduce a new variety in the late low-chill segment for cultivation." read more

"Everybody is eager to learn more about this year's cherry harvest," says Mac Riggan from Chelan Fresh. The cherry season in the Pacific Northwest may conclude around August 15th, which is notably earlier than in previous years. Although it is still too soon to make a comprehensive evaluation of the upcoming cherry crop from the region, read more

Attendees at last week's South African event on the GLOBALG.A.P. Tour listened to a presentation from Brian Windsor, a senior technical expert on GLOBALG.A.P. IFA Fruit and Vegetables. Mr. Windsor, who has experience as both a farmer and an auditor, discussed the ongoing enhancement of standards to cover the wide range of requirements. read more

The Organic Fruit Vegetable Producers Association is pleased to announce the beginning of the harvest for domestically and regionally grown tomatoes from controlled organic cultivation. Consumers are now able to buy fresh regional tomatoes, signaling a shift from imported goods to locally produced fruits and vegetables. This... read more

Uzbekistan is scheduled to supply fruits and vegetables valued at over 10 million euros to Bashkortostan, following a contract signed between the Bashkir enterprise "Eurasia - Ufa" and a sales company from Uzbekistan at the current international exhibition "Innoprom. Central Asia" in Tashkent. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, sukces Egiptu w eksporcie pomarańczy do Unii Europejskiej w tym sezonie ma bardzo nieprzyjemną stronę dla kraju – nadzwyczaj niskie ceny na rynku krajowym. Jakie są przyczyny tej sytuacji i co można zrobić w tej sprawie? Głównym powodem jest
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For years, Pleunis Mushrooms in Kinrooi cultivated a small batch of Lion's Mane mushrooms each winter, overshadowed by its larger counterparts such as Shiitake, Maitake, and King Oyster mushrooms. During the summer, cultivation came to a complete halt due to a lack of demand in the fresh market. read more

The annual apple and pear crop estimate from New Zealand Apples and Pears, released in February 2024, projected a 12% increase in the national crop compared to the 2022 total. This represents a recovery from the significant damage caused by Cyclone Gabrielle to the 2023 crop. Export volume was included in the forecast. read more

In New Zealand, the kiwifruit sector is currently undergoing a successful harvest season, thanks to favorable weather conditions, a consistent labor supply, and the high quality of the fruit. Colin Bond, the CEO of NZ Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated (NZKGI), highlighted that the Bay of Plenty region has been observing a continuous and read more

Według analityków EastFruit, ostatni tydzień w regionie EastFruit przyniósł wiele niespodzianek dla uczestników rynku. Po pierwsze, podaż jabłek gwałtownie wzrosła na największej platformie handlowej regionu - opartej na Telegramie platformie handlowej EF Trade Platform. Było to zaskakujące wydarzenie, podczas gdy read more

After more than 20 years of growing radishes in Italy, Willem-Jan Coolbergen of Ortolanda Borgo-Grappa has been increasingly contemplating the future. "I am here mainly for the farm and the company. However, my heart is in the Netherlands. I still watch Dutch TV, and as an..." read more

Panama will also be represented at Macfrut. The collaboration with Cesena Fiera has led to the participation of several delegations from Central and South America, including one from Panama. "In our country," says Damaris Pianetta from Propanama, "our farms produce various types of fruits." read more

The first edition of Fruit Attraction São Paulo has concluded, bringing together the entire production chain of the sector, with the participation of 45 countries and 8 Brazilian states (São Paulo, Bahia, Pernambuco, Rio Grande do Norte, Maranhão, Pará, Espírito Santo, and Paraná), as well as 12,000 attendees. read more