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

Mangoes are the main fruit - by volume - currently exported from Egypt. The season is marked by a high production volume, which has resulted in a great deal of competition between exporters and a disparity in their assessment of the success of the campaign. For his part, Mohammed Ezzat, CEO of read more

Nalans Citrus, a Spanish company specializing in exotic citrus fruits, has reached a major milestone by obtaining organic certifications for its top products: finger limes, yuzu, and Buddha's Hand grown in Europe. "After over three years of work on this project, we are happy." read more

The transition period in onion production is currently taking place. According to John Harris from Paradigm Fresh, "California and New Mexico have just completed their production and we are now fully engaged in production." Storage crop onions from Washington, Idaho, Eastern Oregon, Colorado, Michigan, New York, and Canada are all part of this transition. read more

Sezon grzybowy wraca na właściwe tory! Po cichym miesiącu sierpniu, grzyby powróciły na francuski rynek. "Konsumpcja grzybów zawsze spada w trakcie lata, o 20-30%. W tym roku lipiec był lepszym miesiącem pod względem sprzedaży grzybów, ponieważ pogoda nie była zbyt letnia. Ale powrót grzybów read more

Zespri has been implementing a strategy that focuses on increasing demand before expanding supply, with the goal of increasing the value for New Zealand kiwifruit growers. This strategy involves significant investments in innovation, the supply chain, and branding, which have led to year-on-year growth in value. read more

The redcurrant harvest at Berrybrothers has ended. "This year, we finished harvesting in a shorter time than usual. Luckily, the fruit quality is good. We actually prefer the current summer weather over the extreme heat we've experienced in recent years. The berries seem to thrive better in this milder climate." read more

On August 28, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vietnam, led by Deputy Minister Hoang Trung, held discussions with the US Department of Agriculture. The delegation met with Deputy Minister Mr. Jason Hafemeister and representatives from relevant agencies. read more

EastFruit analysts have recently updated the ranking of the largest fruit importing countries and trade trends for the period from 2019 to 2023. This updated ranking includes some unexpected surprises, so let's explore these intriguing fruit analytics. read more

GAL, a promising banana variety developed by the Israeli company Raham Meristem, is resistant to Fusarium race 4 fungus, a soil pathogen that has severely impacted banana plantations, particularly in northern Peru. This variety was recently introduced in Piura. Development of GAL began in 2018 and it shows great potential in combating the disease. read more

The sweetcorn season is currently in full swing for Otjens Sweetcorn. "We started a bit later, unfortunately, but we are now in the fifth week. The first weeks were a bit quieter, but by now we have normal volumes again and we can still say that there is a nice demand," says Wout Otjens of Otjens... read more

W Lanling County, Shandong Province, eastern China, local authorities, farmers, and vegetable vendors are implementing measures to maintain vegetable production and market supply following periods of heavy rainfall. The excessive rain has increased the risk of plant diseases and pests... read more