Aussie Apples is leading the No Snackgrets campaign to promote healthier snacking habits among Australians. The initiative aims to encourage 9.5 million snackers to choose apples as their preferred snack, with support from the Apple and Pear Strategic Market Development Panel. The campaign is based on... read more

Według dyrektora Agroinnovation, ceny hurtowego czosnku na Ukrainie wzrosły w tym roku z 1,8 euro/kg zeszłego roku do 3,5 euro/kg. Koszt sadzenia nasion pozostał stabilny, co stwarza korzystne warunki dla producentów. Ten wzrost cen jest głównie spowodowany przez Chiny. read more

In Jodhpur, there has been a significant increase in vegetable prices, making them less affordable for many people. Garlic, onions, and potatoes have all seen significant price hikes. The rise in garlic prices, in particular, has raised concerns among consumers. The price of garlic has reached Rs 400 per kilogram. read more

Taiwan has relaxed its import restrictions on food from five Japanese prefectures, allowing the importation of all Japanese food products under general conditions. This includes products like mushrooms, game meat, and koshiabura (a type of mountain vegetable). read more

Norbert Heep operates a fruit wholesale business at the Cologne wholesale market with an annual turnover of around 15 million euros. However, it has been decided that the wholesale center will need to relocate by the end of 2025. As a result, Heep is currently searching for a new location for his business. read more

The World Bank has extended its support to the Global Alliance against Fusarium TR4, an international coalition dedicated to combating a disease that poses a threat to bananas, a vital food source worldwide. This collaboration aims to reduce the spread of the disease, which has significant implications for. read more

Hispanian exports of strawberries and blueberries, mainly grown in Huelva, experienced a 12% increase in the first seven months of 2024 compared to the previous year. Strawberries reached 251,072 tonnes, showing a 4% growth, while blueberries had an output of 82,971 tonnes, which was a 20% increase. read more

The latest archaeological discoveries have revealed evidence of American sweet potato starch granules at an ancient site in Aotearoa/New Zealand's South Island. This finding provides insights into the importance of the crop in the Polynesian colonization of colder South Pacific islands. The sweet potato, which has a long history in the region, was... read more

Spain produced 1.8 million tons of stone fruits this season, which is 3% more than last year and 9% more than the average of the past five seasons, as reported by Elena Busutil, the Director General of Agricultural Productions and Markets at the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. read more

California avocado growers are voicing their concerns about a decision made by the U.S. to shift pest inspections from USDA personnel to the Mexican government. USDA inspectors have traditionally been vital in preventing the importation of avocados from California. read more

The dynamics of the European potato market have been unpredictable since the beginning of summer, with stakeholders disagreeing on the upcoming primary potato season of 2024/25. The juxtaposition of challenges related to seed potatoes and adverse weather conditions, combined with the expectation of record... read more

"The Turkish and Balkan forests have been extremely dry lately, even well into summer. Normally, it rains late in the season, keeping the forests moist and creating the perfect environment for wild mushrooms to grow, along with the temperature. However, these conditions are not currently optimal, so the mushroom population may be affected." read more

Sezon cytryn z zagranicy zbliża się do końca, z Argentyną kończącą wysyłki i pozostałymi już tylko kilka dostaw. Import cytryn z Chile będzie trwał do początku października, podczas gdy produkcja w Meksyku spadła z powodu trudnych warunków uprawowych. "To stwarza korzystne okno dla read more

Lahore is set to become the location of Pakistan's first modern fruit and vegetable market, as announced by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. The market, spread over 300 acres, is designed to meet international standards and act as a major export center. It will be conveniently situated near GT Road. read more

W ciągu okresu od stycznia do lipca import jabłek do Rosji z Chin wzrósł 2,9 razy, osiągając 22,2 tysiąca ton, jak podaje stowarzyszenie Rusprodsoyuz dla agencji TASS. Jest to znaczący wzrost w porównaniu do 7,6 tysiąca ton zanotowanych w tym samym okresie poprzedniego roku. Jednocześnie, read more

Ostatnio przedstawiciel firmy Grower Development Company (GDC) stowarzyszenia producentów cytrusów uczestniczył w Asia Fruit Logistica w Hongkongu, znaczącej konferencji eksporterów owoców na skalę globalną, podkreślając potencjał eksportu owoców z RPA na rynki azjatyckie. To wydarzenie podkreśliło. read more

Po sezonach owoców pestkowych oraz melonów/dyni, które były bardziej zmienną pod względem cen i bardzo zależne od temperatur, sezon winogron był godny uwagi ze względu na swoją stabilność, z popytem, który pozwolił cenom utrzymać się na dobrym poziomie, praktycznie stałym, od początku. read more

This year, the kiwifruit picking season in some areas of Sichuan started a bit earlier due to high temperatures. Despite this, rainy weather has led to a more bountiful fruit yield, with an expected increase of about 10% in kiwifruit production compared to last year. Currently, the market is. read more

The mini lettuce category is expanding, and according to one grower-shipper, "Romaine lettuce is at the center of it all as a consumer favorite." Why? "The mini Romaine head has a small core, resulting in evenly sized leaves when cut," explains Jeff Feldeisen, Commodity Manager. read more

Rząd Australii ściśle współpracuje z rządem Południowej Australii w celu wsparcia pracowników przemysłu pomidorowego, którzy zostali zwolnieni z powodu skutków wirusa pomidora o nazwie Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit. Zapewnienie ich dobrobytu finansowego jest priorytetem w tym trudnym dla nich i ich rodzin czasie. read more