"We are currently in a seasonal transition for onions. The 2023 production has now ended, and we are already observing the first harvests of early yellow onions in Veneto and Emilia Romagna. As for prices, it largely depends on the quality and the focus on the international market," says Matteo Freddi. read more

W australijskich sadach jabłkowych nowa marka jabłek, Kissabel, zyskuje uwagę ze względu na swoje charakterystyczne czerwone miąższ. Ta marka, zamiast być pojedynczym odmianem, obejmuje jabłka opracowane we Francji przez ponad dwie dekady z zredukowaną cierpkością oraz zwiększoną wielkością, teksturą i smakiem. Jabłka Kissabel są... read more

W kontekście wzmacniania relacji między Australią i Chinami istnieje oczekiwanie na wprowadzenie awokado australijskiego na chiński rynek konsumencki. Ta nowość miałaby uzupełnić istniejące już australijskie eksporty, takie jak wino, homary, wołowina i produkty mleczne. Jednakże, proces jest obecnie... read more

The melon campaign has already started in the Spanish Region of Murcia, where, according to Felipe López, managing director of Gregal, the volumes are currently limited, "but the quality is really good." "The yields of these first early plantings, which were carried out in February, have..." read more

W tym okresie roku, wiśnie, owoce pestkowe i melony są najbardziej popularnymi produktami do wyświetlania na stoiskach z produktami spożywczymi. "Do tej pory stworzyliśmy kilka świetnych wyświetlaczy z kalifornijskim zbiorami wiśni, a teraz, gdy rozpoczyna się sezon w stanie Waszyngton, pełną parą ruszamy z budowaniem wyświetlaczy z wiśniami" - mówi Brian Dey z Four Seasons... read more

The plum harvest has already begun in the Spanish province of Badajoz, in the Extremadura region, where production is expected to decrease by over 30% compared to last year and by between 50% and 60% compared to 2022, when yields were normal. The limited fruit setting and acreage are contributing to this decrease. read more

Fontestad, a Spanish family business specializing in the handling and distribution of citrus fruit, showcases its ongoing dedication to sustainability by adopting the AgroFresh Control-Tec™ Eco system, which has enabled them to achieve over 70% in annual water savings. Francisco Arastey Mercader read more

The Egyptian onion season is progressing smoothly. Egypt dominates the red onion market with no competition, while the Netherlands holds a strong position in the yellow onion market, according to Zayed Lasheen, CEO of AfriGoodGrow. Lasheen stated, "This season, the quantities of Egyptian red onions are massive, which..." read more

Baby leaf lettuces play a crucial role in the fresh-cut industry. "With our carefully selected varieties tailored to meet the requirements of growers and distributors, we are prepared to support the revitalization of a supply chain with significant added value. Our focus is on promoting sustainability, a journey that, as we consistently emphasize, begins with." read more

Lidl unveils 'Italy's greenest supermarket'. Lidl Italia has opened what it describes as Italy's most eco-friendly supermarket outlet. The new supermarket in Villafranca di Verona, which replaces the existing Lidl store at the same location, was designed and built with sustainability in mind. read more

Ponad 200 pracowników w firmie New Columbia Fruit Packers w Yakimie stanie przed zwolnieniami w sierpniu z powodu zamknięcia zakładu, z dodatkowymi zwolnieniami przewidywanymi w listopadzie. Firma postanowiła skoncentrować swoje działania w swoim zakładzie w East Wenatchee. Dyrektor generalny Brett Reasor podał jako przyczynę decyzji trendy rynkowe. read more

An algorithm developed through a partnership between the Queensland and Victorian governments and Hort Innovation Australia can accurately forecast the shelf life of mangoes and stone fruit. The Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) is currently inviting expressions of interest for commercial use of this technology. read more

Polska zajmuje trzecie miejsce pod względem produkcji marchwi w Unii Europejskiej, ustępując Niemcom i Francji. Jednak w ostatnich latach obserwuje się spadek produkcji marchwi, głównie z powodu niedoborów wody. Istnieje zauważalna korelacja między znaczącym spadkiem produkcji a suszami. read more

The Commercial Horticultural Association (CHA) will once again organize, host, and support a UK pavilion at Fruit Attraction in Madrid. "Fruit Attraction was a very strong show for our UK group last year, as we were in a prime location in a vibrant and busy hall. With stand space at a premium." read more

The Cabinet of Ministers in Uzbekistan has established "recommended" export prices for 60 types of fruits and vegetables, setting a minimum threshold below which these products cannot be exported. This directive is intended to support exporters, but some experts argue that it may have a negative impact on exports... read more

The "Kuban Gardeners' Union" has released a public statement calling for a ban on apple imports to Russia. The union members argue that they are capable of satisfying the market demand with their abundant domestic harvests and extensive initiatives to develop the region's fruit orchards. According to the Union, read more

The leading European organizations in the sector are raising the alarm: European potato production is at risk due to the re-emergence of late blight. That's why key players in the sector are proposing an action plan, which was presented today in Brussels. Potato late blight is the most destructive disease of potatoes. read more

W Franje Onions, sezon pakowania cebuli dobiegł końca. "Popyt całkowicie się zatrzymał," zauważa Jan Franje. "Ogólnie rzecz biorąc, to był kolejny niezwykły sezon. Oczekiwania były bardzo wysokie i wszyscy myśleli, że posiadają monopol na prawdę, ale jak się okazało, nikt naprawdę nie wie. read more

The Andalusian Regional Board for Nuts, composed of ASAJA and COAG, AEOFRUSE, and Agricultural Cooperatives of Andalusia, anticipates a 25.49% increase in the 2024 almond harvest compared to the previous season. The total production is expected to reach 41,582 tons, up from last year's 33,135 tons. read more

Farmers in Murang'a County, Kenya, are experiencing substantial losses as a result of avocado theft from their farms, especially in the Maragua, Kandara, and Gatanga regions. The Murang'a County Avocado Cooperative Union, under the leadership of John Mwaniki, has reported that illegal traders are buying these stolen fruits. read more