Van Kessel Fruit has reached an agreement with Kees Oskam for the acquisition of three Oskam companies. Kees Oskam, who is approaching retirement age and lacks succession within his family, as well as having faced serious health issues recently, has successfully concluded a deal with VKF - Velddriel. read more

Experts from the State Institute for Viticulture and Horticulture (LWG) in Veitshöchheim have reported negative impacts of a late April frost on Bavarian plums, predicting a 30 to 40 percent reduction in the harvest. Nevertheless, they have assured that there will still be an adequate supply of plums available. read more

Po ponad 10 latach pracy u boku swojego ojca Gabriela Burunata, wówczas prezydenta Commercial Fruits w Rungis, William Burunat założył w 2021 roku Nueva Vista. Obecnie ta firma o ludzkich rozmiarach ugruntowała swoją pozycję jako specjalista w dziedzinie awokado, granatów, fig i daktyli, ze szczególnym. read more

With the beginning of Midknight Valencias, South Africa's orange season kicks into high gear: these oranges are in high demand in the Far East and Europe due to their seedlessness. As a result, Midknights make up almost 40% of South Africa's Valencia orchards, as per 2023 data. read more

Pavlo Bulgakov, an international vegetable farming consultant, discusses the importance of following correct onion storage technologies in his article for "Ukrainian Gardening." He illustrates this using the example of the Taresko hybrid stored in the Green Team facility, which is designed to hold 50,000 tons. read more

The stone fruit season in the Spanish region of Extremadura is approaching its halfway point, with a strong demand for plums, as reported by Ramón Fernández from the Extremadura-based company Arrofrut. "Currently, there are more varieties available with increased production volumes..." read more

Jakość i wielkość plonów z różnych regionów uprawnych Hiszpanii są doskonałe. Przez ostatnie dwa lata produkcję dotknęły przymrozki, ale w tym roku tak nie było, więc jest dużo owoców. Sprzedaż jednak kuleje z powodu umiarkowanych warunków pogodowych w Holandii. Dostawy read more

Chinese office workers are growing bananas on their desks to alleviate workplace stress. This trend, known as "stop anxiety bananas," involves buying green bananas on the stem and placing them in water-filled vases to ripen over a week. Popular on Xiaohongshu, this practice is seen as a fun way to reduce stress. read more

Sezon owocowo-warzywny w Ukrainie w 2024 roku charakteryzuje się kilkoma istotnymi czynnikami, w tym skrajną wiosną w Europie, brakiem siły roboczej oraz problemami z dostawą energii. Wczesna wiosna spowodowała, że produkty trafiły na rynek dwa tygodnie wcześniej niż zwykle, obniżając początkowe ceny niektórych owoców.

The 2024 fruit and vegetable season in Ukraine is marked by several significant factors, including an extreme spring in Europe, a labor shortage, and energy supply issues. The early spring led to products entering the market two weeks earlier than usual, lowering initial prices for some fruits. read more

Vitafresh Produce has had established connections in South Africa for several years. This includes an exclusive partnership with Jan Hendrick to export the Pink Box butternut squash. Managing Director Daniel Badger took the South African operations to the next level by relocating to Cape Town. read more

South Africa's fresh fruit export industry is eager to collaborate with the new Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen. They emphasize that among the various priorities on his agenda, the most urgent ones include securing and prioritizing market access. The citrus industry is also appealing to the WTO regarding their trade issues with Europe. read more

Główny sezon zbiorów wiśni w Szkocji jeszcze się nie rozpoczął, ale wygląda na to, że czas jest normalny, może trochę późniejszy. Matthew McIntyre, który uprawia wiśnie w Blairgowrie, w hrabstwie Perthshire, rozpocznie zbieranie pod koniec lipca. Najpierw dla sąsiedniego plantatora, a następnie planuje rozpoczęcie własnych zbiorów. read more

The Expana Benchmark Price (EBP) for EU orange juice concentrate reached $6550/MT on the 28th of June, up 112% year over year, driven by the prospects of low orange production in Brazil and consequently limited global orange juice availability. On May 10, 2024, Fundecitrus, an association read more

Fresh Moroccan carob from this year has just arrived on the market, according to Ahmed Elaynouni, a producer based in the north of the country. "Carob fruits from the central regions, such as Marrakech or Beni Mellal, are already available. Here in Ouazzane, the fruit is ripening and gaining color, and is expected to be ready soon." read more

2024 is the year of a major change for the Zwinkels family, known for their courgette production. The Westland growers have decided to take control of the sales of their standard courgettes. To achieve this, they have created a new brand (Courgette Royale), logo, and packaging. Now they are focusing on designing the box for the product. read more

Jamaican commodities such as bananas and plantains may be impacted by the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl as it moves through the Caribbean, potentially affecting supplies for North America. With the Category 5 storm possibly impacting Central America, there is concern about a tightening in the availability of these fruits. read more

Recently appointed Chief Executive of the Australian Mango Industry Association, Trevor Dunmall, has identified increasing export volumes as one of the key long-term opportunities for the industry as it aims to recover after a challenging 2023/24 season for many growers. Dunmall emphasizes the need for the industry to enhance its... read more

The EU calculated orange prices were €85.72 per 100 kg in May 2024, showing a 3.68% increase from the previous month and a 4.02% rise compared to the 5-year average. In Spain, the prices were €80.65 per 100 kg, slightly above the 5-year average. In Italy, oranges were priced at €114.99 per 100 kg. read more

At the Lars checkpoint, there are currently no issues affecting the passage of Armenian trucks, as confirmed by Arman Khojoyan, Deputy Minister of Economy of Armenia, during a press conference. He addressed the potential impact of logistical disruptions on supply chains, emphasizing the importance of ensuring smooth transportation flows. read more

The Egyptian garlic season is ending earlier than usual, with volumes sold out. Ehabi Sami, CEO of Noureen Food, reports a "particularly challenging season". The exporter says: "We have had great difficulty in obtaining supplies of garlic. The reason for this is that small-scale farmers have." read more