Georgia has drastically decreased its potato imports from Belarus.
2024-05-10 00:00
In the first quarter of 2024, Georgia has significantly reduced its potato imports from Belarus compared to the same period last year. Both the volume and value of purchases have decreased notably. In January-March 2023, Georgia imported 6,371 tons of Belarusian potatoes, while for the same period this year, the imports have decreased.
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"Run your business like you are going to run it for 100 years"
2024-05-10 00:00
Angus Soft Fruits, previously a small farming venture with three growers in the East of Scotland, is now marking its 30th anniversary. The company has expanded its operations with growers and partners in England, Spain, Morocco, and Chile, along with a breeding program located in Evesham. The primary berries cultivated by the company are...
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Australian avocados are making their way into the Indian market with Brett Lee as their ambassador.
2024-05-10 00:00
Avocados Australia Limited, the representative organization for the Australian avocado industry, has revealed its highly anticipated expansion into the Indian market, with cricket legend Brett Lee being introduced as their brand ambassador. The announcement took place during Avocados Australia's Launch Trade Reception.
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Spain is dealing with a surplus of 400,000 tons of lemons, which are projected to remain unsold.
2024-05-10 00:00
COAG's recent analysis has revealed a substantial surplus in Spain's lemon production for the 2023-2024 season, with an estimated 400,000 tons, representing around 27% of the total production, expected to remain unsold. This surplus is anticipated to lead to financial losses amounting to €120 million.
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Gruzia znacząco zmniejszyła import ziemniaków z Białorusi.
2024-05-10 00:00
In the first quarter of 2024, Georgia significantly reduced its potato imports from Belarus compared to the same period last year. Both the volume and value of purchases have decreased notably. In January-March 2023, Georgia imported 6,371 tons of Belarusian potatoes, but in the corresponding period of 2024, the imports have decreased.
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According to Samir Singh, business promoter for Indian grape exporter Mersel Foods, the exports of Indian grapes to Europe have concluded. Singh stated, "The Indian grape season for exports to Europe and other destinations has come to an end in week 16, around two weeks earlier than usual."
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Seventeen years into their partnership, Calavo Growers and Agrícola Belher are celebrating their alliance by co-branding their tomatoes. The program, which features vine-ripened rounds, romas, and mature greens, offers tomatoes produced year-round in two regions in Mexico: Culiacan, Sinaloa.
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"French melons will be late this year."
2024-05-10 00:00
The 2024 French melon season is expected to be delayed due to unfavorable weather conditions. The repeated rainfall has made melon planting quite challenging. "We managed to plant our first melons in the southeast of France, but with this cloudy and rainy weather, we find it...
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Frosts have caused the Ukrainian apple harvest to be about 10 to 20 percent lower than usual.
2024-05-10 00:00
Wiosenne przymrozki mogły mieć znaczący wpływ na produkcję jabłek na Ukrainie, twierdzi Volodymyr Gurzhiy, przedstawiciel ukraińskiego eksportera jabłek USPA Fruit: "W tym roku wiosna przyniosła wiele niespodzianek na Ukrainie naraz: wczesna wiosna, jednoczesne i długotrwałe kwitnienie, późne przymrozki, mała aktywność...".
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Australia, Chile, and South Africa are the countries leading the way in the growth of Kissabel® apples from the Southern Hemisphere. The harvesting of these apples, which have colored flesh ranging from pink to deep red, began between February and April in the southern region, signaling a promising start.
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The global grapefruit market overview
2024-05-10 00:00
A shift in consumption and demand for grapefruit has occurred in numerous markets in recent seasons. Demand for grapefruit is decreasing, leading to slower sales. This trend is happening as the World Citrus Organisation predicts an increase in production from the Southern Hemisphere.
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Serbia has received approval to export blueberries to China.
2024-05-10 00:00
China has approved the import of fresh blueberries from Serbia that meet certain standards, as announced by China's General Administration of Customs. This decision was made during the visit of China's top leader to Serbia, with the goal of strengthening the comprehensive China-Serbia relationship.
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Belarus has temporarily imposed restrictions on the export of carrots and beetroots.
2024-05-10 00:00
In order to protect the domestic supply, the Belarusian government has introduced temporary restrictions on the export of carrots and beetroots. According to Decree No. 341 issued on May 8th, the export of these root vegetables from Belarus will now require licensing for a period of three months. The decree specifies...
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A new line of blueberries that are Regenerative Organic Certified has been introduced.
2024-05-10 00:00
AC Foods is introducing betterful, a line of Regenerative Organic Certified® blueberries, to the market. Launched in stores in April and available through September, betterful blueberries are available in select Whole Foods, Sprouts, Bi-Rite, NewLeaf, Berkeley Bowl Marketplace, and Oliver's.
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"Tureckie produkcja wiśni będzie osiągnęła szczyt w tym sezonie"
2024-05-10 00:00
Umut Savan, co-founder of Turkish fresh produce exporter Daniur Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, considers starting the Turkish cherry season early a success. He mentions that cherries are harvested in Turkey before other countries in the northern hemisphere, which has been beneficial for farmers and traders.
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Serbia has received approval to export blueberries to China.
2024-05-10 00:00
China has approved the importation of fresh blueberries from Serbia that meet specific standards, as announced by China's General Administration of Customs. This decision was made during the visit of China's top leader to Serbia, with the goal of strengthening the comprehensive China-Serbia relationship.
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Kissabel apples are in season in the Southern Hemisphere during the period of growth.
2024-05-10 00:00
Australia, Chile, and South Africa are leading the way in the growth of Kissabel® apples from the Southern Hemisphere. The harvesting of these apples with colored flesh, ranging from pink to deep red, began between February and April in the southern region, signaling a significant milestone.
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"Run your business like you are going to run it for 100 years."
2024-05-10 00:00
Angus Soft Fruits, which started as a small farming operation with three growers in East Scotland, is now marking its 30th anniversary. The company has expanded its operations to include growers and growing partners in England, Spain, Morocco, and Chile, as well as a breeding program located in Evesham. The primary berries grown by the company are...
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The Indian heatwave may affect the long-term productivity of grapes.
2024-05-10 00:00
Eksport winogron z Indii do Europy zakończył się - informuje Samir Singh, promotor biznesowy indyjskiego eksportera winogron, firmy Mersel Foods: "Sezon indyjskich winogron na eksport do Europy i innych destynacji zakończył się w tygodniu 16, około dwóch tygodnie wcześniej niż zwykle.
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Wstępne raporty wskazują, że w Kolumbii Brytyjskiej w tym sezonie mogą być produkowane większe jabłka.
2024-05-10 00:00
While this year's winter cold snap in British Columbia has impacted the province's cherry and stone fruit production, it appears that apples will be unaffected for the upcoming 2024 fall harvest. "The blossoms were a bit early in the southern regions. Some specific areas in British Columbia encountered challenges due to the cold snap."
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