Despite having good sales overall, there is still a tense atmosphere in the mushroom industry. "We had a strong start to the new year in terms of sales. During the summer months, we experienced the typical sales slump, although it was more noticeable than in previous years. Since around mid-August, sales have started to" read more

Afghanistan has exported 442 tons of melons and watermelons in the past six months, mainly from Kandahar, to markets in India and Pakistan, according to the Taliban-run Ministry of Agriculture. Despite this achievement, Afghan traders face significant challenges, including insufficient cold storage facilities. read more

Sustainability is not just a buzzword for the produce company Seeka Limited; it is a fundamental aspect of the company's continuous commitment to responsible produce management. In June 2023, Seeka signed a Sustainability-linked loan that established goals for renewable energy, health and safety, and greenhouse gas emissions... read more

During their journey from the farm to the markets, your avocados pass through numerous touchpoints. The process is demanding, requiring careful attention to ensure they stay fresh. Delivering high-quality avocados involves overcoming various logistical challenges with persistent effort. It requires determination and intention to consistently provide top-notch produce. read more

Experts from the Taiwan Space Agency (TASA) are using satellite technology to combat the Fusarium Tropical Race 4 (TR4) fungus, which poses a threat to banana and plantain crops in Guatemala and Belize. This effort was showcased at the 2024 International Forum on Applied Technology in Musacae,... read more

Hiszpańska powierzchnia upraw cebuli wzrosła o prawie 20%, a plony również znacząco wzrosły w porównaniu z ubiegłym sezonem, ale brak aktywnego popytu ze strony miejsc docelowych eksportu spowodował gwałtowny spadek ceny hiszpańskiej cebuli. "Rynek był". read more

With changing weather, most regions experience a slight decrease in demand for strawberries, which are primarily consumed during the summer season. In the Netherlands, there is an ample supply of strawberries available in the market to meet customer needs, with a good balance between supply and demand. Belgians still have access to a decent amount of strawberries. read more

Tegoroczne zbioru owoców kiwi na farmie Ehrenfeld w regionie Heilbronn rozpoczęły się szczególnie dobrze. "Zbiory rozpoczęły się w ostatnim tygodniu sierpnia, około dwóch tygodni wcześniej niż zazwyczaj. Przez sześć do siedmiu mrozów udało nam się dobrze przetrwać dzięki najnowocześniejszej ochronie przed przymrozkami. read more

A hydroponic cherry grower in Hungary partnered with Gremon Systems to address the issue of fruit cracking. By utilizing dendrometers to monitor stem diameter, the grower was able to better manage osmotic pressure and ultimately reduce the occurrence of cracking in cherries. read more

Ukraine's apple market is experiencing a unique situation this year, with prices reaching record highs as farmers struggle with significant harvest challenges. Mikhail Telechetsky, an orchard owner in Chernivtsi, reports that despite a relatively good yield, labor shortages are a major issue. read more

W wrześniu Brazylia odnotowała wzrost eksportu winogron, o czym informują dane Comex Stat, z wysyłkami sięgającymi 3,17 tysiąca ton. Ten wolumen wskazuje na wzrost o 283% w porównaniu do sierpnia, chociaż jest to 6% spadek w porównaniu do tego samego okresu zeszłego roku. Analitycy z Hortifrúti/Cepea zidentyfikowali read more

The Crisis Committee of Hortyfruta, the Andalusian Fruit and Vegetable inter-branch organization, met yesterday to analyze the market situation of the products that affect it, especially the long/black aubergines. Following the provisions of the Quality Standard Extension published in the. read more

W in an innowative approach to tackle the widespread promotion of unhealthy food within the gaming community, Knorr has launched a campaign to showcase the advantages of consuming vegetables. The brand, a subsidiary of Unilever and known for its variety of dehydrated soups and bouillon cubes, is taking steps to promote healthy eating habits among gamers. read more

In the first nine months of 2024, officials from the North Caucasus Interregional Directorate of Rosselkhoznadzor inspected over 200,000 tons of high phytosanitary risk products at the "Verkhny Lars" border crossing in the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania. This marks a 17% increase compared to the same period last year. read more

Country Crest and Tesco Ireland have strengthened their future partnership by signing a multi-year contract extension for the supply of potatoes, onions, and sweet potatoes to all Tesco stores nationwide and for online shopping. The contract, valued at nearly €100 million, cements the strong… read more

The Raspberry Economics in Production project has received £1 million in funding from the UK Research and Innovation's (UKRI) Innovate UK programme to enhance the sustainability of raspberry production in the UK. Some of the challenges it aims to address include increasing production costs, labor costs, and the... read more

According to Sjraar Hulsman of Frankort & Koning from Venlo, the supply peaks that sometimes occur in the strawberry market in October are absent this year. "There is sufficient product available on the market to meet customer demand, and the supply is well balanced with demand. read more

Kewpie Corporation, in collaboration with Wayo Women's University, has confirmed that adding mayonnaise or emulsified dressings significantly improves the ease of consuming vegetables and other challenging foods, particularly for elderly individuals with reduced bite strength. The study was presented at the 35th. read more

October 15th marked the official start of the new Greek kiwi harvesting season. According to Mr. Thanasis Eythymiou, President of O.P. Pyrgetos Kiwi, "nationwide, a production slightly higher than last season is forecasted. It is expected to be about 10% higher, and this is thanks to" read more

Długo oczekiwani producenci i eksporterzy truskawek w Egipcie wreszcie mają organizację, która ich łączy. Rada Producentów i Eksporterów Truskawek została utworzona w tym miesiącu, pomimo że Egipt był jednym z wiodących producentów i eksporterów świeżych i mrożonych truskawek przez wiele lat. read more