Foodbank SA & NT distributed over two million kilograms of fresh fruit and vegetables, valued at more than $12 million, to those in need during the last financial year. This record amount was made possible thanks to the partnership between Foodbank SA & NT and the South... read more

Exportadora Los Olmos, a company that exports table grapes, cherries, kiwis, apples, sugar plums, and pears from Chile, is looking to increase their exports to the Asian market. Luis Ahumada, Director of Grupo Los Olmos, stated, "We are prepared to make a significant impact at the upcoming Fruit Logistica trade show in Hong Kong." read more

W ostatniej aktualizacji eksport świeżych winogron z Mołdawii do Unii Europejskiej odnotował znaczny wzrost, więcej niż podwajając swoją objętość w ciągu siedmiu miesięcy w 2024 roku w porównaniu do odpowiadającego okresu w 2023 roku. Konkretnie ilość wzrosła z 5,015 do 12,527 ton. read more

The harvest of Williams pears in Mantua started at the beginning of August, about ten days earlier than usual, and will be sold by La Grande Bellezza Italiana at the end of August under the 'Pera di Mantova IGP' brand. "We are dedicated to promoting the finest Italian fruits and vegetables and we read more

Tylko 30% ukraińskich producentów cebuli ma dostęp do profesjonalnych obiektów magazynowych, co może prowadzić do wysokich cen wiosną pomimo obecnego nadprodukcji. Ten problem został podkreślony w wywiadzie z Andrijem Marushczakiem, Dyrektorem Handlowym firmy Van Dijk Technics, specjalizującej się w tej dziedzinie. read more

Explore the export opportunities for fruits and vegetables from Egypt and Morocco within three days through the 'FAO/EBRD Project: Food Security Package SEMED – Diversifying and Adding Value to Export Markets'! After a successful kick-off in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, we are now moving southeast and extending an invitation. read more

The Ukrainian National Office of Intellectual Property and Innovation (IP Office) has officially granted Geographic Indication (GI) status to the "Kherson Watermelon." This prestigious designation is reserved for watermelons cultivated in the sandy soils of the Tavria region, specifically within Kherson. read more

"At this time of year, in addition to our regular offerings, we also have Friggitelli peppers and colorful Datterino tomatoes available. These products are grown on our farm located right next to the processing plant," says Massimiliano Ceccarini, the managing director of Sipo (a company based in Bellaria Igea Marina, just outside... read more

AUSVEG, Australia's national peak industry body representing vegetable, potato, and onion growers, will be participating in Asia Fruit Logistica this year along with 12 Australian growers who export their products. AUSVEG is owned and operated by growers, who contribute to one third of Australia's horticulture industry output valued at $5.8 billion. read more

The Yangshan peach production season in Jiangsu, China, is coming to a close. This year has been challenging for Yangshan peaches, with production significantly affected. Consistent heavy rainfall, followed by prolonged high temperatures, has resulted in a noticeable decrease in output, with smaller fruits. read more

Pod koniec sezonu egipskie winogrona znikają z europejskich rynków, ale nadal są eksportowane do Afryki, jak twierdzi Aya Montasser, kierownik eksportu w firmie Fresh Yard. „Nasze eksporty do Europy zazwyczaj kończą się pod koniec czerwca. Pięć lat temu zaczęliśmy eksportować do Afryki, co pozwala nam" read more

Yigit Gokyigit, commercial coordinator for a Turkish fresh produce exporter, mentioned that the harvest for Turkish black figs started earlier than usual this year. He said, "The Turkish fig season began a bit early this year. The first crops were harvested on August 6th in the Bursa region. Normally, this..." read more

W tym roku spodziewa się ogólnie dobrego sezonu melonów w Murcji. "Na razie sezon rozwija się lepiej niż w zeszłym roku, kiedy deszcze i grad miały istotny wpływ na uprawy melonów, dlatego uważamy, że będziemy mieli lepszą produkcję niż w zeszłym roku. Warunki pogodowe pozostają." read more

Berry cultivation in Finland has undergone a significant transformation in the past decade. The cultivation of strawberries and raspberries, which are the most important crops, has predominantly shifted to polytunnels. Eija Lankinen, a lecturer in horticulture at Häme University of Applied Sciences and an independent consultant, has been involved in this change. read more

Prevar was established in 2004 as a joint venture company, and this year they are celebrating their 20th anniversary in business. Located in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, Prevar is owned by industry stakeholders, including shareholders New Zealand Apples & Pears Incorporated, Plant & Food Research, and Apples and Pears Australia... read more

Janusz Kawęczyński, owner of the Polish apple trading company P.H. Elfruit, stated that the trade embargo imposed on Russia about ten years ago had a significant impact on their business. Before the embargo, they used to export 70% of their produce to Russia. read more

Jardins du Midi, located in Beaumont-de-Lomagne, is officially launching its range of products labeled with Planet-Score. The goal is to offer consumers "clarity and transparency." Starting this month, the company's garlic, onion, shallot, and Allium cepa products from the Premium ranges (Cœur de marché, read more

Ukrianian greenhouse company PAEK is expanding its operations by constructing additional greenhouses for cultivating cucumbers and tomatoes. The company plans to finish building 7 more greenhouses by the end of 2024. Yuri Kormyshkin, the owner of the agricultural holding, highlighted this expansion as a key development for the company. read more

Jednym miesiąc w sezonie mango w Egipcie, "popyt jest rozczarowujący, a ceny są niskie", według Mahdiego Salema, dyrektora technicznego firmy Sherouk Land for Agricultural Development. Plantator mówi: "To najgorsza kampania eksportowa, jaką widziałem od lat. Popyt wzrósł dopiero tydzień temu. Przed... read more

The cloudy and rainy conditions during the summer in the UK, although not ideal for holidaymakers, have created the perfect conditions for an exceptional raspberry season. The weather forecasts high volumes of the fruit in August following a period of decreased production. Despite a 4% drop in production compared to last year, due to. read more