Almost 50 hectares of Eden pear trees have been planted in Italy over the last three years in Emilia Romagna, Apulia, and Calabria, with 15 hectares already in production. An additional 60 hectares will be planted in the coming months, bringing the total investment to over 110 hectares. Uzi read more

"The trade fair participation at Asia Fruit Logistica was a success for Frigotec. The fair provided the company with a platform to showcase its Softripe technology and establish valuable business connections. Positive feedback was received for Softripe technology." read more

Według EastFruit, ukraiński rynek pomidorów przeżywa pozytywny trend cenowy. Producenci przypisują ten wzrost cen głównie redukcji podaży pomidorów z lokalnych gospodarstw. Tymczasem popyt na ten produkt pozostaje stabilny, dodatkowo wspierając ceny. Obecnie,

According to EastFruit, the Ukrainian tomato market is experiencing a positive price trend. Producers attribute this price increase primarily to a reduction in the supply of tomatoes from local farms. Meanwhile, demand for this product remains stable, further supporting prices. Currently, read more

Agritech company Aerobotics aims to bridge the gap between innovative ideas that have not been considered yet and the real challenges faced on a farm, according to Ken Treloar, the client success manager for EU and Latam, and a passionate agritech enthusiast. The company initially gained recognition through drone flights collecting data in orchards. read more

"The onion market has been experiencing strong demand for the past two weeks. Surprisingly, very few suppliers have stock available, not only due to weather conditions, but mainly because of the lack of confidence over the past month. Confidence levels were quite low, but have returned to normal this week, which is reflected in the market." read more

W piątek 23 sierpnia Roussel Onions świętował swoje 25-lecie. Personel został podziękowany za ich wysiłek przez ostatnie lata i mieli okazję spojrzeć wstecz na 25 lat obierania i krojenia cebuli, delektując się przekąską i napojem. Ponadto, każdy pracownik otrzymał pudełko z upominkami, które zawierało. read more

According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mexico has solidified its position as the world's second-largest producer and exporter of lemons and limes. This achievement has been made possible by the consistent growth in the cultivation of these citrus fruits, maintaining a read more

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Ananases and citrus fruits are the main focus of Dole Italia's current sourcing efforts, as discussed by Matteo Pirotta, Dole Sourcing Fruit Director. "When it comes to pineapples, volumes are decreasing primarily due to a shortage of medium to large grades (6 or 7). Sales prices are... read more

Włoskie eksport owoców i warzyw świeżych wzrósł w pierwszej połowie roku. Dane Istat przeanalizowane przez Fruitimprese pokazują wzrost o 5% objętości (1 818 378 ton) oraz o 3% wartości w porównaniu do tego samego okresu zeszłego roku, sięgając prawie 2,8 miliarda euro. Importy utrzymały krok z tym trendem. read more

Nepal has started its first vegetable export to Qatar, with the help of Chinese expertise and financial support. The shipment includes 1,500 kilograms of red cherry pepper chillies, flat beans, and bitter gourds, which were grown by 20 farmers from Dakshinkali Municipality. This initiative signifies... read more

Planasa's subsidiary in Southern Africa, Planasa South Africa, is now two years old and would like to celebrate the occasion by inviting all blueberry growers to a Field Day in the Western Cape area. The event will take place in Wellington on September 26, 2024. Manuel Garcés, the blueberry Sales Director, will be present. read more

W sierpniu eksport cebuli z Brazylii odnotował znaczny wzrost, dane Comex Stat wskazują na wysyłkę prawie 14 000 ton. Ta ilość jest drugim najwyższym miesięcznym wynikiem od rozpoczęcia prowadzenia statystyk w 1997 roku, co pokazuje wzrost o 154% w porównaniu z lipcem 2024 roku. Pod względem przychodów, te eksportuje... read more

In Kano state, vegetable farmers have seen a boost in their harvests after participating in a training session on innovative agricultural practices. The training took place during a 14-day Horticultural week in Dawakin Kudu, where farmers were introduced to effective methods that have resulted in higher productivity. read more

Peter Veltman has taught himself to create highly desirable machines through his company, Fieldman. One of his self-designed machines is currently in operation at the strawberry farm Royal Berry, as Peter revealed to a local Dutch newspaper. This machine line is showcased in three video clips that demonstrate its functionality. read more

WA Farm Direct, the partner of Ondine flat peaches in Australia, took part in Asia Fruit Logistica 2024. The event, held in Hong Kong, gathered international industry leaders to discuss trends, innovations, and business prospects in the fresh produce sector. WA Farm Direct presented their products at the event. read more

This week, wholesale markets in Ukraine have reported a decrease in the wholesale prices of locally grown pears, as noted by analysts from the EastFruit project. Market participants attribute this pricing trend to the seasonal rise in the supply of these products, while demand from read more

Mulyam has facilitated the distribution of 12,000 metric tons of onions throughout India over the last 10 months. This development reflects Mulyam's expansion and its support for farmers and Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) across the country. Since its establishment in 2023, Mulyam has read more

A Japanese man, known online as "The Man Who Will Definitely Resign," was able to retire at the age of 45 by living frugally for 21 years. Despite having a salary of around $34,000 USD, he managed to save 135 million yen ($917,000 USD) by residing in a dormitory, eating basic meals of rice and vegetables, and avoiding unnecessary expenses. read more

Frigotec, a company from Germany, showcased their Softripe technology and forged important business relationships at the recent Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) 2024 in Hong Kong. The Softripe technology received a positive reception at the event. read more