Chile's citrus exports to Japan, primarily focused on lemons, have seen a significant increase. As of week 31, Chile has exported 56,324 tons of lemons, which is 32% more than during the same period in the previous season. Of the lemons exported, 61.9% were sent to the United States, while 34.7% were sent to Asia. read more

Matoula Katsika, the export and sales manager for Greek fruit exporter A.C. Kissavos, reports that the Greek apple season has begun earlier this year. However, the harvest of their main apple variety is still about a month away. "This year's apple harvest started two weeks earlier compared to the read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines has announced the approval for the importation of 16,000 metric tons (MT) of yellow onions by the end of the year, due to depleting stocks. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. disclosed the decision following a memorandum from the Bureau of Plant Industry. read more

The Heirloom Tomato Merchandising Kit, recently launched by organic grower and shipper Wholesum, is specifically crafted to empower retailers and produce merchandisers in showcasing heirloom tomatoes, highlighting their distinctive appeal, and increasing sales in this rapidly expanding subcategory. read more

On August 27, the first shipments of tomatoes from Europe arrived in Israel. According to the Ynet portal, the "Rami Levy Shivuk a-Shikma" chain delivered a shipment of tomatoes from Greece, while the "Bihurei Sade" company imported tomatoes from the Netherlands and Poland. The cost of importing read more

The Huangguan pears from Hebei, China, have been harvested and stored. Reports suggest that the amount of fresh pears being exported directly from the production areas after harvesting has increased this season. The stored pears are set to begin their export schedule at the end of August. read more

Lato jest niemal sprzecznym okresem roku dla tropikalnych i egzotycznych owoców. Dostęp jest obfity, ale popyt cierpi z powodu konkurencji ze strony lokalnych upraw, takich jak owoce pestkowe, czereśnie i arbuz. Latem konsumenci skłaniają się ku produktom o niższej cenie i dostępnym tylko przez ograniczony czas. "It". read more

A new season of Dutch apples and pears is starting again this week. With favorable weather conditions, a team of over 400 seasonal workers is working hard in Staay Food Group's orchards to harvest the fruits. The harvest is taking place on the 135 hectares of the new Staay site 'Westende' in Fijnaart. read more

Being contrary. Doing things differently. Or, more nicely put, swimming against the current. That can sometimes pay off. And it does, says Kees Kelders of Insort. "To remove foreign matter when grading potatoes and French fries, we completely reversed the sorting principle. Unlike others, we." read more

VIP is looking to young people to secure a strong future for fruit cultivation in Val Venosta, Italy, with human resources being one of its key strategic objectives. The Consortium's General Manager, Martin Pinzger, emphasizes, "To maintain our position as trusted partners for our members, it is essential to invest in the next generation." read more

Níelsson, purchasing manager at Bananar, the largest fresh produce importer on the island, said, "We have noticed a surge in cucumber sales. The prices have remained the same." read more

Brace yourselves for R200 (over 10 euros) for a 10kg bag of potatoes, headlines are warning South Africans, but a look at the current average potato price of R87 (4.4 euros) per 10kg shows that would be a mountain to climb: one up which, potato traders say, buyers and consumers are highly. read more

On Monday, August 26, the Port of Natal, operated by the Rio Grande do Norte Docks Company (Codern) and backed by the state government of Rio Grande do Norte, began a new export operation. This operation aims to ship 6,000 tonnes of fruit weekly to Europe until February. read more

Emmen-based Jager Holland, a supplier of potatoes, fruits, and vegetables (AGF) with over 100 years of experience, is embarking on a new phase of its global expansion. Led by owner Brian Meier and with the recent addition of Judith Acain as sales manager, the company is aiming to read more

Aberdeenshire-based Benzies Produce has been a long-standing supplier of carrots to Asda in Scotland for over 16 years. In a recent development, the company will now also provide over 500 tonnes of locally grown parsnips to all 62 Asda stores in Scotland, marking a significant expansion of its operations. read more

An anti-frost machine designed to protect fruit from night frosts has once again proven to be effective in saving several orchards this year, especially in the Cuneo area of northern Italy. The machine, developed by the Mingozzi Group, has been successfully deployed in various orchards across Italy and Europe. Among the users is Maurizio. read more

The start of the harvest in Hungary's apple orchards has been reported earlier than usual this year, especially in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg county, which is Hungary's leading apple production region. Some processing facilities have begun purchasing apple juice, as revealed by the... read more

AbateNL is a new concept of an old pear, developed for and by fruit growers. "The Abate Fetel is a high-quality pear that is very well appreciated internationally. It is characterized by its robust appearance and good pricing. Due to problems in cultivation and with the climate, the pear is on read more

The Polish pepper season started at StC International in week 25 with the first green peppers, and about four weeks ago the colored peppers were also added. "Sales have been a bit less smooth than in previous years because the peak of the Dutch and Polish pepper season coincided," says. read more

The Joburg Market Banana Ripening Facility is dedicated to enhancing the quality and market value of fresh produce such as bananas, pawpaw, and avocados for farmers. With 57 rooms capable of handling over 1,500 pallets at the same time, this facility ensures a controlled ripening process. read more