A fruit and vegetable grower from Hawke's Bay has expressed concerns about the New Zealand Government's decision to review the regulatory framework for genetic modification, calling the decision hasty. Scott Lawson, who spoke at the Horticulture NZ conference in Tauranga, argued that the pace of the decision-making process could have negative consequences. read more

Według ostatnich prognoz ukraińskiej korporacji "Ukrvinprom", zbiory winogron na Ukrainie mają spaść o 30% w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem, jak powiedział dyrektor generalny korporacji, Volodymyr Kucherenko. Kucherenko przypisał spodziewany spadek plonów kilku czynnikom. read more

During the summer, peaches become a prominent feature at fruit stalls, in milk tea shops combined with oolong tea, and as a preferred ingredient in shaved ice desserts. Originating from China, where they have been consumed for approximately 4,000 years, peaches see China leading globally in their production. read more

Inny, nietypowy sezon cytrusowy w Południowej Afryce. "To nie był łatwy sezon klimatycznie dla Południowej Afryki. Wolumeny pomarańczy są znacznie mniejsze, a przewidywany wzrost eksportu mandarynek i cytryn także nie materializuje się w tym roku" - mówi Eddy Kreukniet z Exsa Europe. "Dostawy" read more

Morocco has set a new record in its blueberry export sector for the 2023/24 season, which runs from July to June, by exporting 67,300 tonnes of fresh blueberries. This represents a 25% increase compared to the previous season. This growth highlights Morocco's growing presence in the primary read more

Woolworths, one of New Zealand's supermarket chains, announced at the Horticulture NZ conference in Tauranga that it is now experiencing a full supply of nearly all locally grown fruits and vegetables for the first time since the disruptions caused by Covid. This improved availability is attributed to an. read more

Pod przywództwem dyrektora generalnego Alfredo Morales i dyrektora ds. komunikacji i marketingu Césara Torrejóna, firma Grupo Tavari stoi w obliczu obiecującego i wymagającego roku w eksporcie peruwiańskich mango i awokado na wymagające rynki Europy i Stanów Zjednoczonych. Z ponad dekadą doświadczenia w branży, Tavari... read more

NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick, who is currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for the Crew-8 mission, recently posted a video of himself enjoying a wedge of orange. The fresh fruit, delivered by a Russian Progress cargo spacecraft, provided a rare treat in space. In the background, read more

Floodwaters infiltrated Phu Son Hamlet, Ham My Commune, Ham Thuan Nam District, submerging the area early on Wednesday. The swift increase in water levels within 3-4 hours resulted in the flooding of multiple dragon fruit fields and more than 100 homes. Binh Thuan, home to the country's largest. read more

On September 6, 2024, the town of Karczmiska in Poland's Lublin Voivodeship will host Blueberry Factory 2024, an event marking the end of the blueberry harvest season. This gathering has become an annual tradition for blueberry growers, who come together to review the season's outcomes, discuss... read more

Despite the pepper market performing well in recent weeks, the prices of red peppers, in particular, experienced a significant decrease today. This unexpected drop occurred even though production levels are not very high. Red pepper prices fell to around 75 euro cents, marking a sudden downturn. read more

Anecoop Group, the leading agri-food cooperative in fruit and vegetable marketing in Spain, is continuing its international expansion. As part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, its subsidiary in the Czech Republic, Anecoop Praha, inaugurated its new facilities at the end of July. read more

Once again this year, Egyptian sweet potatoes have entered the market in significant quantities. The crop's success in the commercial sector in recent years has attracted many new growers to the industry, leading to occasional drops in prices. Mohamed Maatouk, CEO of Egyptian Emirati, remains optimistic about the... read more

South Africa, a major greenhouse gas emitter, is considering options to reduce its reliance on coal. A study proposes that the country could shift its coal-rich Mpumalanga province, which currently plays a significant role in coal production and electricity generation, towards cultivating citrus fruits and marijuana instead. read more

Popyt i konsumpcja ziemniaków w handlu detalicznym w Wielkiej Brytanii rosną wraz z ponownym otwarciem szkół po wakacjach letnich. Na rynku pojawiają się nowe ziemniaki odmiany Rooster, ponieważ są gotowe do zbioru. Jednak istnieją obawy dotyczące plonów. read more

Pogoda w Nowej Anglii, znana z nieprzewidywalności i zmienności w różnych miejscach, odgrywa kluczową rolę w uprawie plantacji żurawiny. Linda Burke, wiceprezes ds. marketingu i komunikacji firmy A.D. Makepeace w Wareham, podkreśliła potencjalny wpływ niedawnej gradobicia. read more

According to data from Potatoes SA, the average national price of potatoes in South Africa increased by 15% in the week leading up to August 28. This rise followed a severe black frost event in the Limpopo province, a region known for its significant contribution to the potato market. read more

MARKETBronx, NY: Lou Getzelman from Canyon Sales Co. at Hunts Point Market reported on August 28, "After a somewhat shaky week, the market for jumbo yellow onions appears to have stabilized." Lou stated, "We are shipping from Washington, Idaho-Eastern Oregon, California, New York, and Canada. Next week we... read more

Natural and Premium Foods Company Limited was established with the goal of improving quality of life while also protecting the sustainability of the planet. The company exclusively offers organic fruits and vegetables. Our main export products include Iceberg, green and baby Cos lettuce, various types of lettuce, and mixed varieties. read more

The entry of Afghan apples into the Indian market under the Asian Free Trade Area (AFTA) agreement, which exempts them from import duties, has led to a notable decline in the prices of local apples from Himachal Pradesh and Kashmir. The price difference is substantial, with Afghan apples being read more