The 6th edition of the Agro Belgrade fair will be held from January 30 to February 1, 2025, at the Belgrade Fairgrounds. As a significant event for the fruit and vegetable industry in Southeast Europe, Agro Belgrade draws in international buyers, exporters, distributors, and producers. This top-tier trade fair... read more

Although the spring season for strawberries and raspberries is running about 10 days late for a major Australian fruit producer in both southern Queensland and Tasmania due to the weather, the volume and quality are still high. "It's all looking pretty good, to be honest, and the season is." read more

During the mid-export season, Stefan Bitlan, the sales manager at Fani, a fruit exporter in Moldova, is pleased with the reputation that the country's plums have established since 2017. "The market is stable, and there is demand," he says. "However, we cannot replicate the success of last season. We are exporting a quarter." read more

Według analityków EastFruit, ceny hurtowe jabłek odmiany Gala na Ukrainie, w Mołdawii i w Polsce osiągnęły rekordowe poziomy jak na ten okres roku. Jabłka Gala są najbardziej popularną odmianą wśród eksporterów i coraz bardziej preferowane przez lokalnych konsumentów. Zazwyczaj ceny jabłek Gala różnią się. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture in Kenya has announced a seasonal ban on macadamia harvesting from November 2, 2024, to March 1, 2025. This measure is intended to prevent the export of immature nuts, as explained by Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Andrew Karanja. The ban comes after consultations with industry stakeholders... read more

Agricultural economists Thabile Nkunjana and Sifiso Ntombela have pointed out the tension caused by Botswana and Namibia's restrictions on South African citrus and vegetables. They argue that these bans go against the principles of the Southern African Customs Union (Sacu), weakening regional integration. read more

Ecuador continues to be a global leader in agricultural exports, with products such as bananas leading the way. Bananas account for four out of every ten bananas sold worldwide. The country has also diversified its exports with other agricultural products, including pitahaya, malanga, plantain, mango, and more. read more

The Kashmir Fruit Growers and Dealers Union has reported a 30 to 40 percent decrease in apple production in Kashmir this year. This decline is due to unpredictable weather patterns and a decrease in precipitation, with untimely snowfall and rain during the crucial flowering stage having a negative impact. read more

Fresh coconuts have become a prominent player in Vietnam's fruit export industry, making a mark in several international markets like the US, China, and the UK. This growth is driven by the high quality of the fruit and its reputation as a natural, clean product, paving the way for increased exports. read more

Swapnil Aware, a board member of Indian grape exporter Mersel Foods, warns that the grape industry in India may face a challenging season ahead: "The grape season is still in its early stages, and we're already observing the initial indications of what appears to be a difficult year. At this juncture, only a small portion read more

"Thomas van Tonder, an Exec-U-Fruit market agent at the Johannesburg municipal market for fresh produce, stated that banana prices are currently so high that buyers for school feeding schemes have stopped purchasing bananas. Exec-U-Fruit was founded in 1998 by Carlos Dos Ramos, Gavin Cos, and Nelson." read more

After a mild winter and a hot, dry summer, with temperatures still above average, the Consortium of Lemon Growers of Rocca Imperiale, an area known for its PGI (Protected Geographical Indication), is facing a very fragmented commercial calendar. Some members of the cooperative "While on the one read more

Europe jest dużym producentem cebuli i dlatego rynek jest konkurencyjny. Niemniej jednak istnieje nadal miejsce na importowane cebule, w zależności od poziomów zapasów i zbiorów w Europie. Dla dostawców z krajów rozwijających się istnieją możliwości eksportu cebuli poza sezonem, kiedy. read more

Alexandre Laigo, who was crowned champion at the French Fries World Championships in Arras, attributes his winning fries to the Agata potato, a waxy variety with a pale yellow skin. Fried in beef fat, these potatoes helped Laigo win the "most authentic chips" category, delighting over 50,000 fry fans. read more

China is widely acknowledged as the world leader in potato production, with an output of nearly 100 million metric tons from around 5 million hectares of land. This significant production highlights the important role of potatoes in the country's food security and agricultural development. Dr. Simon Heck, the director general of... read more

The Voltz Vertical Farming range from Voltz Maraîchage has been expanded to include 7 varieties of lettuce to complement the assortment of herbs, leafy vegetables, microgreens, and decorative flowers. These lettuce varieties have been carefully chosen in collaboration with Gautier Semences. read more

Watermelons are predominantly available in Europe during the warmer months, from spring to autumn. People enjoy eating them as a refreshing snack or using them in fruit salads, smoothies, and desserts. They are also popular at picnics and barbecues due to their high water content, helping to keep you hydrated. read more

"We have begun harvesting our organic yellow-flesh Soreli Gold and green-flesh Hayward kiwifruit. This year, the season is about 10-15 days earlier than last year, which presents both advantages and disadvantages. One disadvantage is that the markets are still saturated with New Zealand fruits." read more

The first summer rains in Limpopo have cleared the dust from the table grape vines in the Loskop Valley, aiding their growth. However, the table grape season is expected to start around ten days later. Limpopo is the second smallest of the five South African production areas, but it is the very first. read more

The Peruvian mango campaign began in early October and European importers are already eagerly anticipating the arrival of the first containers to maintain the supply of mango imports from Latin America. "Last week, we received three containers from Colombia, and this week we are loading mangoes from Peru." read more