There are some interesting developments occurring in the herb industry. One notable trend is the increasing focus on domestic sourcing of herbs. For example, Soli Organic has seen significant growth in this area due to its vertically integrated supply chain. This ensures a consistent supply of herbs, as they are grown year-round in indoor facilities. read more

SPAR North of England has introduced Fyffes' new ethical trade brand, Trudi's, exclusively in the UK for bananas. The premium large bananas are plastic-free and can be purchased in packs of five with paper bands or loose, and are also included in SPAR Meal Deals. This initiative aligns with changing customer preferences. read more

Drugie dni targów Fruit Attraction São Paulo było bardziej zatłoczone niż pierwszy dzień. Zauważono znaczny wzrost odwiedzających, w tym lokalnych producentów, przedstawicieli instytucji oraz nabywców z rynku krajowego. "Fruit Attraction São Paulo już ugruntowała swoją pozycję jako read more

Brak regulacji sektora kokosowego na Wybrzeżu Kości Słoniowej spowodował zaniedbanie produkcji, prowadząc do stopniowego spadku obszaru upraw i problemów z dostawami dla eksporterów. Jednak według eksportera z Wybrzeża Kości Słoniowej, Beugré Marie-Nadège, ten problem jest już w trakcie rozwiązania, z read more

Uruguay is now able to export fresh persimmons (Diospyros kaki) to the Federative Republic of Brazil, following the publication of a regulation formalizing this authorization in the Official Journal of the Union (DOU). Brazil, with a population of over 211 million inhabitants, represents a significant market for Uruguayan exporters. read more

W roku 2023 Lyse Aubry, inżynier z Verdun, stworzyła Potibon, beztłuszczową alternatywę dla masła wykonaną w 80% z francuskich warzyw (szczególnie dyni i orzechów włoskich). Składniki Potibon to: Dynia, Orzech włoski, Kukurydza, Cykoria, Owsianka, Sól i Kwas cytrynowy. Przechowuj w chłodnym miejscu przed... read more

Nomaan Khilji, Director of the Indian fresh produce trader Khilji Brothers, mentions that the Indian mango season has been affected by unexpected weather changes, leading to a decrease in yield. "This mango season has been a bit of a mixed bag. While the initial signs were quite promising, with good flowering, the read more

The second edition of Fruit Attraction São Paulo began with a lively atmosphere and a significant expansion compared to the previous year. From occupying a single pavilion in its first edition, the event has now expanded to two pavilions, indicating the increasing interest from producers, buyers, and international visitors. read more

Według danych z Comtrade, usługi statystyczne Organizacji Narodów Zjednoczonych, w porównaniu eksportu pomidorów hiszpańskich, holenderskich, marokańskich i tureckich, Holandia była krajem przewodnim pod względem eksportu od 1 września 2023 do 31 sierpnia 2024 roku, a następnie Maroko, Hiszpania i Turcja. W analizowanym okresie Holandia eksportowała. read more

The growth of the Brazilian fruit sector was evident at the Fruit Attraction fair in São Paulo, which doubled in size during its second edition and is expecting over 16,000 visitors. The event featured full pavilions, live culinary presentations, technical sessions, and business opportunities. read more

Z chłodniejszymi wieczorami w ostatnim tygodniu, popyt konsumencki i sprzedaż detaliczna były silniejsze niż oczekiwano. Ogólnie sektor usług spożywczych był również solidny w ostatnich tygodniach, a popyt na ziemniaki utrzymuje się na wysokim poziomie. Istnieje pewne negatywne nastawienie ze strony niektórych przedsiębiorstw przetwórczych ziemniaków. read more

Egypts exports of fresh grapes to Finland have significantly increased, reaching 3.8 thousand tons by the end of 2024, valued at over $14 million. This volume is almost three times higher than in 2023, signaling a new milestone in Egypt-Finland trade relations. read more

To strengthen the Habanero chili production chain through collaboration between science and the agricultural sector, Yucatan's Scientific Research Center (CICY) announced the launch of two new Habanero chili seed varieties: Mayan K'iin and Mayan Chac. These new varieties will allow producers to... read more

The Ukrainian company Agroprodservis has initiated the planting of an apple orchard in the village of Nastasiv, situated in the Ternopil region. The orchard will span around 10 hectares, with plans to plant 29,800 apple trees, mainly consisting of. read more

Dole Fresh Fruit Co. has placed an order for 400 Star Cool 1.1 refrigeration units, which will include the Sekstant telematics system. The decision is part of the company's broader efforts to increase operational efficiency and address ongoing changes in the refrigerated transport market. read more

The first mango export center in Yemen's Hodeida province has been launched in the al Sa'id area of the Bayt al Faqih district. This facility, developed in partnership with the Bayt al-Faqih Multipurpose Cooperative Society, has initiated its operations by dispatching its first shipment to Oman. read more

The first shipment of South African lemons for the 2025 season arrived in India this week. This arrival is also the very first shipment of lemons exported to India by FruitOne, a local citrus cultivation and export company. "We are delighted to announce the arrival of the first shipment of South African lemons in India," said a spokesperson for FruitOne. read more

The demand for Cyprus Late Ovals, including Morphou and Lefka oranges, has exceeded the supply. Growers have noted increased prices since March. Usually available until mid-May, the crop is expected to be depleted by the end of March due to high demand from markets such as Norway, New Zealand, and the Far East. read more

While there is still snow on the ground in Quebec's garden, the planting season for iceberg lettuce, Romaine lettuce, Romaine Hearts, and celery is expected to begin in about three weeks, around April 14. These crops will be followed by carrots, green onions, parsley. read more

This year, the area dedicated to vegetable and melon crops in the Kherson region of Ukraine will double, thanks to land demining and the partial restoration of irrigation systems on the right bank of the region. Dmitry Yunusov, the head of the Department of Agriculture in the... read more