In Jharkhand, India, high-tech greenhouse growers are facing an unprecedented challenge as vegetable prices have dramatically decreased across the state, resulting in severe financial distress. This price drop is particularly acute in Ranchi's city markets, where staples such as cauliflower, read more

The sales of cherries were robust in the days leading up to New Year's Day, with prices remaining relatively stable. The influx of multiple cherry shipments in late December resulted in an increase in overall supply, leading to a decline in prices compared to mid-December. Sales reached their highest point just before New Year's Day. Following this trend, read more

After nearly 14 years, Christoph Buchner is leaving Westfalia Fruit Group (formerly Hausladen Fruchthandelsgesellschaft mbH). "Our industry is a 'people business,' and I am proud to have worked in partnership with many talented, dedicated, and innovative professionals, including customers. read more

The first half of the season witnessed a substantial amount of Dutch onions being supplied to international buyers. It is unclear if this trend will persist in the second half. "In recent years, most of the stock had to be sold before Christmas, and this continues to be crucial. I am skeptical that we will observe read more

The Presidential Initiative on Banana Industrial Development (PIBID) in Uganda has been operating for a decade within the banana subsector, with a focus on value addition and empowering banana farmers. Dr. Florence Muranga, the Director General of PIBID, highlighted the organization's journey. read more

2025 has arrived, setting aside the few remaining volumes of Greek Zutano avocados that were already experiencing quality issues. Mr. Yorgos Katsouras, the director of the avocado grower and packer Creta Taste based in Crete, says, "It's time for Hass avocados, with the harvest set to begin soon." read more

Istnieje wiele dyskusji wokół rozwoju robotów do zbierania jabłek. Poniższe wideo demonstruje, w jaki sposób drony mogłyby potencjalnie być wykorzystane w przyszłości, aby ułatwić intensywny sezon zbiorów. read more

Delicate fruit varieties such as cherries or apricots require particularly careful handling. AZCAVAL has developed the new Belt-80 Lowest packaging line specifically for stone fruit, which is prone to pitting or easily cracked skin. The design has been optimized to avoid blockages, especially. read more

Oleksandr Nechyporenko, a member of Ukraine's National Academy of Agrarian Sciences, stated that the increase in vegetable prices will motivate farmers to increase production in 2025. The significant loss of agricultural land as a result of Russia's full-scale invasion had severe consequences. Nevertheless, the area under read more

In the heart of Central Oahu, Hawaii, Dole Food Company, a major player in the region's agricultural industry with 2,700 acres devoted to growing pineapples, is facing a controversial issue. The city's plan to create a 150-acre landfill next to Dole's pineapple fields has raised concerns. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture in Iran has reported a 10,000-ton increase in pomegranate production for the current Iranian calendar year. Zahra Jalili-Moghaddam, who oversees tropical and semi-tropical fruits, emphasized that the country's pomegranate orchards cover 96,000 hectares, resulting in... read more

Mustafa Arslan, owner of Turkish fresh produce exporter MDA Agricultural Products, has announced that the Turkish Mayer lemon season ended early. However, the season will now continue with another variety called Lamas. Arslan stated, "Our lemon season continues with our Lamas variety. Unfortunately, due to climate." read more

Israel has ceased importing tomatoes for the first time since the war began. The Ministry of Agriculture attributes this to a substantial recovery in farming operations in border areas like Otef Aza, which now provide over 90% of the domestic market. It is worth mentioning that from August to read more

Ecuadorian banana exports have increased for the third consecutive month. By November, the country has exported an additional 4.53 million boxes, marking a 1.39% increase compared to the same period in 2023. The European Union remains the primary destination market for these fruits. read more

Morocco has launched a maritime route linking Agadir to Dakar, Senegal, with the goal of boosting trade, especially for the shipping of perishable goods like fruits and vegetables. This partnership between the Moroccan government and the British company Atlas Marine aims to offer a read more

A team of researchers from the Strawberry Genetic Improvement and Biotechnology group of the Andalusian Institute of Agricultural, Fisheries, Food, and Organic Production Research and Training (Ifapa) in Malaga have identified specific regions of the strawberry genome for enhancing its firmness. read more

The agricultural organization Asaja Cordoba has reported that around 20-30% of this season's citrus fruits in the Vega del Guadalquivir have been harvested, a percentage that varies depending on the area and varieties. The Navelina variety is the most advanced at the moment, and producers are... read more

Golden Bee has established a reputation for itself through its international trade of tropical fruits. Located in Ho Chi Minh City, the company is dedicated to providing customers with high-quality fruits like durian, longan, jackfruit, passion fruit, and papaya. Their product line also includes vegetables, such as sweet potatoes. read more

This report offers an analysis of trends in the volume and prices of seasonal perishable commodities. The volume data pertains to the current week, while the prices reflect open (spot) market sales conducted by initial handlers of products of generally high quality and condition, unless specified otherwise. read more

The 2025 edition of medFEL will be held in Perpignan on the 23rd and 24th of April. This 15th edition is expected to attract 5,000 visitors and 250 exhibitors, spanning 6 exhibition sectors. The event will feature 15 conferences and round tables, 1,500 scheduled business meetings, and 50 VIP top buyers. read more