The 'Dolce Passione' watermelon campaign will conclude in week 39 of 2024. It has been a lengthy season, starting for Macfrut in week 19. As anticipated, the campaign wrapped up after nearly 5 months, with the final available produce sourced from greenhouse crops and shipped to warmer climates. Consortium read more

Concerns have been raised about the extended offloading times of containers carrying essential produce such as potatoes and onions at Suva's port. This situation could potentially result in a shortage of these items in Fiji, as well as affect their quality. The delays have reportedly reached up to three read more

On 12 September, fruit trader Wim Minnaar passed away. The funeral ceremony has since taken place in private. Earlier this year, on 4 April, his brother Kees Minnaar also passed away. Both brothers were owners of Citronas and are regarded as icons in the imported fruit industry. read more

After a period of hot weather, potato consumption has decreased in the past week. However, year-to-date consumption figures are still strong, with Kantar's most recent data showing an increasing trend in both sales value and volume. In Ireland, potato growers are currently experiencing challenges with yields. read more

Podczas oficjalnej wizyty w Nowej Zelandii, Wicepremier i Minister Handlu Manoa Kamikamica oraz Sekretarz Stały Shaheen Ali spotkali się z zarządem Zespri International, aby zbadać model spółdzielczy, który doprowadził Zespri do pozycji lidera na świecie w produkcji kiwi.

During an official visit to New Zealand, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade Manoa Kamikamica, alongside Permanent Secretary Shaheen Ali, engaged with Zespri International's management to explore the cooperative model that has propelled Zespri to become the world's leading kiwifruit. read more

Social media images of purple apples, claimed to be from Saskatchewan, have gone viral, prompting many to search for these exotic fruits. However, horticulturist Rachelle Hofmeister confirmed that the images are AI-generated and the apples are not real. Nevertheless, people still rushed to local orchards. read more

The Spanish Rojo Brillante persimmon season has already started. Between weeks 39 and 40, most companies are expected to be marketing persimmons, although in limited volumes. Last week, the first Rojo Brillante persimmons were harvested in some early farms, and at the moment, only the read more

Talking about stone fruit, persimmon, pomegranate, or carob tree nurseries in Spain means talking about Viveros Hernandorena. This family-owned company has built a strong brand for its customers, many of whom are located in different parts of the world, and fostered a sense of belonging among its employees since Fernando... read more

In Ukraine, especially in the Vinnytsia region, the apple harvest is expected to be half of last year's yield due to a cold spring and dry summer. Serhiy Boychuk, the head of the "Vinnytsiasadvinprom" Association, points out that the southern regions have been most affected by spring frosts and... read more

The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs of South Korea has announced a strategy to address an impending shortage of napa cabbage, essential for the kimjang season, by beginning imports from China. These imports will commence on September 27 and will be distributed to both wholesale and retail markets. read more

A Cooperation Agreement focused on enhancing social dialogue between workers and employers in Ecuador's banana sector has been signed. The agreement involves the Ecuadorian Banana and Plantain Cluster, which consists of the Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (AEBE), the Banana Marketing and Export Association. read more

W Chinach, znaczący wzrost cen warzyw wpływa na gospodarstwa domowe, odbiegając od ogólnych tendencji deflacyjnych w największej gospodarce Azji. Ten wzrost cen, dotykający podstawowych warzyw od kapusty po ogórki, jest przypisywany mieszance niekorzystnych zjawisk pogodowych i wyzwań logistycznych. read more

The international packaging trade fair Fachpack opened on Tuesday. Among this year's exhibitors is the family-owned business Cartomat from Willich. Sales Manager Cornelia Grips reported that they will be showcasing their new innovative product, 'carto hemp paper'. With this... read more

The 1st International Strawberry-Raspberry Conference - Berry Forum 2024 aims to provide the latest information on the cultivation and marketing of strawberries and raspberries. Advisors, practitioners, and traders from across Europe are invited to participate. This will be an opportunity to read more

The white foam plastic nets now have competition. Exotic fruits like mangoes or papayas can now be individually wrapped in wood fiber for added protection during transport. This material can also be used to securely pack items like bottles without causing any unwanted pressure marks. read more

On September 23, state officials gathered in Salem, Oregon to officially designate the potato as the state vegetable of Oregon, emphasizing the state's significant role in the agricultural industry. Despite Idaho's well-known connection to potato farming, Oregon ranks as the fourth-largest potato-producing state. read more

Green Giant® announced today the launch of twelve new frozen products with a focus on vegetables, including three new items: Crispy Smashed Potatoes, Corn Cob Bites, and Veggie Ramen. The brand is also expanding its Green Giant Restaurant Style line with new items from Roasting Veggies and Veggies & Co. read more

The correspondent of the Dunyo News Agency reports that the volume of garlic exports from Uzbekistan to the Latvian market is increasing, supported by the embassy. Specifically, a shipment of around 20 tons of garlic was sent to the Latvian company "KGS Group" by the Uzbek authorities. read more

W zeszłym roku produkcja jabłek w USA osiągnęła rekordowy poziom produkcji, a w stanie Waszyngton zbiorów wyniosła 136 milionów skrzynek. W tym roku plantatorzy znaleźli się w zupełnie innej sytuacji, ponieważ zbiory są mniejsze. Pierwotnie spodziewano się raczej dużego plonu w sezonie 24/25, na co wskazywały wskaźniki. read more

VGE is proud to introduce the HortiGuard, an innovative, chemical-free solution developed to disinfect irrigation water and protect banana plantations from destructive diseases such as Fusarium Wilt (TR4) and Moko. Using advanced UV-C technology, HortiGuard eradicates harmful pathogens from the water supply. read more