The New Zealand apple harvest started slowly, but began to accelerate in March and has been in full swing since then. Volumes appear to be slightly lower than estimated for most varieties due to smaller sizes. "The weather has been exceptional throughout the entire harvest period. read more

Bulltec has designed and installed an electronic fennel processing and grading system for Colt.Or in Ortucchio (L'Aquila). "The system is constructed entirely of stainless steel and allows for the processing of harvested fennel to prepare it for shipping. The grading machine is patented, and the system includes... read more

The participation in Macfrut 2024 was an opportunity for Unitec to celebrate as it marked the 100-year anniversary of the company (1924-2024). It was in 1924 when the first sorters by Dalle Vacche appeared in Massa Lombarda. This historical milestone for the company was celebrated through the integration of new technologies and advancements. read more

"Było nam potrzebne coś innowacyjnego, na przykład opakowanie, które wyróżniałoby nasze produkty, a jednocześnie gwarantowałoby im długą trwałość. Udało nam się to osiągnąć dzięki temu rodzajowi opakowania z tektury, które prezentuje produkt wewnątrz w sposób bardziej przyciągający wzrok," mówi Leonardo... read more

Driscoll's Maroc has started building a new berry processing plant situated strategically in the Loukkos agricultural hub, south of the city of Larache. The project, spearheaded by the global berry industry leader and top strawberry producer, brings significant added value to the northern region. read more

With over 200 thousand kiwifruit plants produced annually, "La Quercia" is one of the medium-small nurseries that prioritize precise and high-quality production. "We do not aim to achieve large numbers because we prefer to meticulously monitor every phase. We are a small business and distinguish ourselves thanks to our attention to detail and quality." read more

UK: Waitrose honored with Royal Warrant from His Majesty The King

Waitrose has been granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment to be Grocers and Wine & Spirit Merchants to His Majesty King Charles III. It is the only Royal Warrant granted to a supermarket and among the first Warrants to be awarded. read more

The new Spanish onion harvest is experiencing a slow market due to an excess supply of early domestic production, which is competing with the typical imported batches available at this time. "In the last two years, for various reasons, the global onion supply has been lower than usual, and... read more

The USDA has issued a news release for its Southern Region focusing on non-citrus fruits and nuts. One of the key findings includes the following results for avocados: Florida's utilized production in 2023 amounted to 10,550 tons, reflecting a decline of 41 percent from 2022. Additionally, the associated production value decreased by 25 percent. read more

A street vendor in China has caused a sensation by stir-frying durian with strawberries, carrots, MSG, and garlic. This unique combination has sparked online debates about its creativity versus its unconventional nature. The dish, also featuring sugar and soy sauce, was served on rice and has received. read more

Hass avocados from Peru will be ready for sale to U.S. consumers in time for the 2024 backyard barbecue season. Index Fresh customers, a global avocado marketing and distribution company, will have access to the premium Peruvian harvest throughout the summer with fixed pricing. read more

Matoula Katsika, export and sales manager for Greek fruit exporter A.C. Kissavos, stated that there is significant uncertainty surrounding the Greek apple season. Demand is low, and there is a possibility that apples stored in cold rooms may remain unsold this season. She mentioned that the situation of the Greek apple season has remained unchanged over the past few months. read more

On the 26th of April, at the CTIFL center in Balandran, a tripartite agreement was signed between the French Ministry of Agriculture, Interfel, and CTIFL. The aim is to "perpetuate and develop research and innovation in the fruit and vegetable sector," providing a "breath of fresh air" for CTIFL. read more

The cherry campaign in Extremadura has started, and so far, the prospects are good. However, as always, everyone is keeping a close watch on the weather. Producers in the valleys of northern Caceres remember the heavy rains in late May and early June that affected the previous campaign. read more

W tym Dniu Matki, rynek owoców nie doświadczył zwykłego wzrostu sprzedaży w porównaniu z poprzednimi latami. Pomimo tego, na pierwszym miejscu pozostaje importowany duren jako najbardziej poszukiwany owoc, odzwierciedlając wpływ święta. Jednakże, ilość przywożonych durianów zwiększa się, podczas gdy ceny mają tendencję do obniżania. read more

This year, tennis enthusiasts at Wimbledon might notice strawberries of a larger size and richer flavor, attributed to a wet and dark winter that extended the growing period. The British strawberry season has been delayed by two weeks, with the peak harvest anticipated at the end of June. read more

"What diversification is possible in the face of climate change?" This was the topic of one of the conferences at medFEL 2024. Pomegranates, avocados, almonds, citrus fruits, and exotic fruits have been the focus of many trials and new plantations in the region in recent years. In response to climate change, read more

Potato prices in the UK continue to stay high due to a restricted supply resulting from the small 2023 harvest and a delayed planting season. The Mintec Benchmark Prices (MBP) for English White potatoes hit £630/MT on 7th May, showing a 90% year-on-year (y-o-y) surge, while the MBP for English Maris Piper potatoes... read more

In a surprising turn of events for consumers, the prices of sweet cherries from Imathia, Greece have reportedly skyrocketed to around 16.39 euros per kilogram. Producers have complained that cherries are frequently taken from the fields without invoices, giving intermediaries a golden opportunity. read more

Na skutek ogłoszenia przez Chińską Administrację Generalną Cel (GAC), Węgrom przyznano zgodę na eksport świeżych wiśni do Chin, pod warunkiem spełnienia określonych wymagań. Ten rozwój sytuacji wynikł z wizyty państwowej chińskich przywódców na Węgrzech, co zaowocowało. read more