The California pomegranate harvest is starting to wrap up. "The supply is good. Most of us are finishing up our pomegranate harvest, so we'll likely be packing fresh bins through Thanksgiving," says Justin Bedwell of Bari Produce, mentioning that they are harvesting the Wonderful variety. read more

The European Union is working towards making packaging more sustainable and reducing waste in its member states. This objective is also supported by the FIA. However, the association emphasizes that protecting highly perishable products, like fresh mushrooms that are 90% water, should remain a top priority. read more

In order to tackle food waste problems, agricultural experts in South Korea have developed a method that uses magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to assess the quality of stored onions. The Rural Development Administration (RDA) announced this breakthrough on November 18, emphasizing its potential to. read more

The abundant rainfall over the last few weeks along the Mediterranean coast, caused by heavy storms, has had a significant impact on the Spanish province of Valencia. Kakis have been severely affected, while citrus fruits have also suffered, albeit to a lesser extent. This has affected production and commercial activities in the region. read more

variation in prices, increasing by 2% to an average of £0.942 per kilogram. In contrast, Ecuadorian bananas experienced a decrease of 3% in prices, dropping to an average of £0.798 per kilogram. These fluctuations can be attributed to factors such as weather conditions, production levels, and market demand. It will be interesting to see how these trends evolve in the coming weeks. read more

"Zbiory przebiegły pomyślnie" - mówi Jacco van Kessel, który prowadzi Van Kessel Fruit razem z bratem, Jackiem. "Mieliśmy dobrą pogodę podczas zbiorów, a owoce ładnie się zabarwiły." Występowały różne stopnie uszkodzeń gradem, z którymi ta holenderska firma rodzinna poradziła sobie, mając całe swoje sad jabłkowy Evelina. read more

Belgian organic leek market is currently facing a slowdown. Pieter Vandooren, an organic grower, mentioned that supermarkets are still buying volumes, but day trading has completely stopped in the past few weeks. However, he expects a change in the situation soon. "We are currently in discussions with an" read more

In Isère, France, the Pôle Agroalimentaire—an association established in 2018 by the Conseil Départemental and the Chamber of Agriculture—works tirelessly to promote regional agriculture by showcasing products derived from local agricultural and agri-food production. Through its efforts, the association aims to support and highlight the agricultural sector in the region. read more

Rol-Nas is a family-owned company that has been a key player in the Polish potato processing industry for many years. Specializing in processing potatoes for the local market, the company always prioritizes quality and efficiency. Rol-Nas has recently decided to modernize its production process by introducing new technologies and equipment. read more

The tomato season in Murcia has had a promising beginning, thanks to favorable weather conditions that have enhanced the quality of the fruit, as well as a smooth transition between the harvests in northern and southern Europe. Both Almeria and Murcia have made efforts to start their harvests earlier this year, as last season... read more

W Mołdawii eksport jabłek do Unii Europejskiej odnotował znaczący wzrost, osiągając kwotę 48 309 232 USD w pierwszych dziesięciu miesiącach tego roku, jak podał wicepremier i minister ds. rozwoju gospodarczego i digitalizacji Dumitru Alaiba. Ten rozwój oznacza podwojenie. read more

Zespri's counter-seasonal Zespri Global Supply (ZGS) program is currently in progress, helping us provide a year-round supply to important customers in key markets. The program aims to strengthen the Zespri brand, ensure sustainable returns for growers, and thrive in the competitive kiwifruit market. read more

Zakończone dzisiaj sezony kalifornijskich winogron stołowych i owoców pestkowych, jeden producent i dostawca roślin rolnych zastanawia się nad tym, co uważają za udany sezon. "Jesteśmy wdzięczni za kolejny udany sezon kalifornijskich owoców pestkowych i winogron stołowych. Poświęcenie pracujących zespołów i siła" read more

Zespri's counter-seasonal Zespri Global Supply (ZGS) program is currently in progress, helping us provide a 12-month supply to important customers in key markets. This program aims to strengthen the Zespri brand, ensure sustainable returns for growers, and compete effectively in the kiwifruit industry. read more

To tego jest wymagający sezon dla meksykańskich awokado w tym roku. Wysokie temperatury i niedobór wody spowodowały niższe plony, co utrudnia pozyskanie wysokiej jakości produkcji. Rodolfo Meza z firmy Aztec Fruits, meksykańskiego eksportera z biurem sprzedaży w Leuven, wyjaśnia: "Z powodu ograniczonych wolumenów, read more

This season has not been a good one for the Greek PDO 'Ermioni' pomegranates, with harvesting expected to finish around November 25. Mr. Dimitris Kontos, owner of the growing and packing company Oikokipos from the Ermioni area, stated: "Due to the drought of the past months, pomegranate trees..." read more

The world's largest melon grower and exporter from Brazil, Agricola Famosa, is planning to increase exports by a minimum of 10% to 15% this season. The focus, however, is on recovering lost volumes and sales from earlier in the year. Carlo Porro, CEO of Agricola Famosa, stated that Spain finished the season with a shortfall in production. read more

At the BioFarm 2024 conference, John Hogan, an agronomist and horticultural consultant, reported that 70% of organic vegetables purchased in Ireland are imported. Hogan, who serves on the horticultural board of Bord Bia and has represented the vegetable sector in the DAFM Horticulture Action. read more

The French tomato season is at a turning point: "Many producers are nearing the end of their season," notes an industry expert. Prices currently range around €1.80 per kilo for grape tomatoes, €1.50 per kilo for round tomatoes, and €1.80 per kilo for fleshy varieties. Although prices read more

Himachal Pradesh is embarking on a strategy to boost its fruit economy, with the goal of positioning itself as a leader in innovative horticulture practices. The state government plans to expand the area dedicated to horticulture, with a particular focus on apple production and marketing. read more