This week, there has been a significant increase in the import of blueberries and pineapples, resulting in price reductions. However, a shortage of durian is causing market prices to rise. The new season of U.S. and French apples has started arriving in batches, and Chinese red grapefruit is becoming dominant in the domestic grapefruit market. read more

The pomelo harvest is currently taking place in Florida. Dennis Sever from Exotic Growers mentioned, "We started right before the hurricanes and the supply is getting better." He also stated that the citrus industry is still evaluating the impact of the hurricanes, mentioning, "We lost about maybe 15 percent of our gross yield on…" read more

Spain exported 557,371 tons of stone fruits for 974 million euros until July 2024. This represents 30% of the 1.8 million tons it produced, highlighting the strong export potential of this sector. The percentage of exports over national production is expected to increase further once the final data for the campaign is known. read more

Enza Zaden has officially opened a new hydroponic breeding facility in Enkhuizen, designed to advance the development of hydroponic lettuce varieties. Equipped with a mobile gully system, the facility replicates commercial growing conditions, allowing plants to move automatically along tracks. read more

In Tra Vinh Province, Vietnam, orange farmers are currently encountering economic difficulties as a result of a considerable decline in orange prices, which have now reached 0.0008 USD per kilogram. This decrease in prices has caused farmers to hesitate in harvesting, as they fear the potential losses may surpass the expenses associated with labor and materials. Experienced growers read more

W ostatniej aktualizacji Państwowego Komitetu Statystycznego, Azerbejdżan był aktywny na rynku eksportu jabłek od stycznia do sierpnia 2024 roku. Krajowi udało się wyeksportować 43 000 ton jabłek, generując 28,3 miliona dolarów przychodu. Większość tych eksportów była kierowana do Rosji, sumując read more

The Brazilian melon season had a strong start in Europe this year. "The season began with a relatively empty market since the Spanish season ended quite early. Brazil also experienced some issues with cold nights, which slowed the growth of Galia and Cantaloupe melons. However, this resulted in a delay in the harvest, ensuring that the melons reached the market in optimal condition." read more

The customs report disclosed that Iran's agricultural exports amounted to 3.8 million tons, showing a 16% increase from the previous year. Topping the export list, pistachios brought in $614 million, followed by tomatoes, watermelons, apples, and dates at $226 million, $139 million, $124 million respectively. read more

In St. Kitts and Nevis, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Marine Resources is addressing challenges in sweet potato production by collaborating with the International Potato Center (CIP) in Peru and the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI). These partnerships are aimed at improving the productivity and sustainability of sweet potato farming in the region. read more

"In recent years, fresh table mulberries have seen increasing sales in supermarkets, and tea shops have started offering mulberry-based drinks. With their high anthocyanin content, mulberries are well-suited to meet the growing consumer demand for health-focused products, enhancing their market attractiveness." - Ms. Zhou from Shenzhen Yizhiyi Agriculture read more

Fruits and vegetables are essential elements of a balanced and diverse diet, not just for health reasons. Their rich, robust aromas add freshness, variety, and enjoyment to our meals. Fruits and vegetables can contain hundreds of aroma-active volatile compounds. read more

With the Tasmanian cherry orchard harvest fast approaching, the team at Somercotes is very excited about the potential of this season. David Allanson, a seasoned cherry grower in Tasmania, has assumed the role of Farm Manager at Somercotes Cherries in Ross, Tasmania. He says the read more

Hawaii is intensifying its efforts to combat the coconut rhinoceros beetle, an invasive species that poses a threat to local agriculture and ecosystem stability. This nocturnal beetle, originating from Africa, China, and Southeast Asia, can fly up to two miles in search of food and lays 50-140 eggs during its lifecycle. read more

Around 27 years ago, Jeroen Bosschaart discovered vegetable exporter Le Dauphin in Brittany, France, through a job advertisement in the industry magazine Primeur. He has been the director of the Breton vegetable export company for several years now, with a main focus on the Benelux, United Kingdom, and... read more

Eastcoast Beverages is a family-owned business located in Kulnura, north of Sydney, with a 60-year history. The company cultivates citrus fruits, produces juices, and bottles them on-site. They supply their selection of 40 unique juice blends to Woolworth's, Coles, and independent retailers across the Eastern region. read more

"Prices in the Brussels sprouts market are at a good level this season," says André Noordhoek of Noordhoek Agro in Bleiswijk. "Although yields are slightly lower than usual, the prices are compensating for it. B-grade sprouts are selling for around eight cents, while A-grade is going for 65-70 cents." read more

Interview summary:
At the age of 31, David Runge, who was born in Germany, has developed a strong interest in Africa's vibrant business landscape. He first got involved with the continent through internships in Uganda and South Sudan, which set the stage for his future projects. After completing his academic... read more

"Cebula rusza się na rynku eksportowym, ale długoterminowa perspektywa jest niepewna. Kilka transakcji terminowych zaplanowano na grudzień, ale obecnie nikt nie zajmuje dużych pozycji. To wiele mówi o obecnym zaufaniu do rynku" - obserwuje Leon van Meir z firmy sortującej z siedzibą w Steenbergen. read more

As South African strawberry exports to the Middle East slow down to make room for Jordanian and Egyptian strawberries, the newly-established Cape Country Exports is shifting its focus to exporting stone fruit and blueberries to this market. The past three months have been very successful for South African strawberries. read more

The Dulcis® kiwifruit harvest is coming to an end. This variety was developed by New Plant in Forlì, in collaboration with the Universities of Udine and Bologna, and is produced and marketed exclusively by the Agrintesa-Alegra, Apofruit Italia, and Orogel Fresco cooperatives. Dulcis fruits are... read more