Pineapple produces in Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic say the exporting of pineapples without the crown, which allows two extra pineapples in a box, is not a new concept, and they have learned from experience that many markets are not ready to compensate them. This follows after Dutch
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Egypt continues to be a fast-growing country in the fruit and vegetable sector. It has recently made major investments, especially in the cold chain and logistics sectors. The roll-on/roll-off system between the ports of Damietta and Trieste is proof of this. Nevine Hossam, director of the
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Honey Gold mango producer Piñata Farms has ended the season on a high with a record January, up 43% in volume and just less than its record season in 2022-2023. Managing director Gavin Scurr said initial predictions were for a light season following a poor winter flowering due to irregular cool
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In the aftermath of the Chinese New Year, Asia has witnessed a decrease in concerns regarding an empty repositioning crisis. This shift comes as a result of diminished demand and continued capacity expansion, leading to a decline in freight rates. Linerlytica, a Hong Kong-based analyst firm,
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The difficulties encountered by Egyptian citrus exporters in Asia, due to the Red Sea crisis, are driving them to explore other markets, says Amr Kadah, Export Manager of Fruit.Farm. "The Asian market is a major destination for Egyptian citrus, alongside the Gulf countries, Europe and Russia,"
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When first Freda Linde took some of their Skinners Court cactus pears to a municipal market in Gauteng, the agent was reluctant: he'd see what he could do with this fruit that most South Africans don't know. Right: celebrating the first day of packing for Freshmark Checkers This season, two
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Several Dutch entities are evaluating Egypt as a viable market for climate and water smart agriculture advancements. This interest is driven by Egypt's significant progress in this sector. A Study Tour, facilitated by the Netherlands-African Business Council (NABC) in partnership with Delphy and… read more

A delegation of Australia's major fruit and vegetable producers is travelling to Japan from 6-8 March 2024 to discuss emerging market opportunities and further enhance collaboration between the fresh produce industries of both Australia and Japan. The delegation's visit builds on a successful
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Mexican onion production has started which is bringing a bit of relief to the market. "The supply on all onions is tight right now, especially white and red onions," says Christine Lindner, Alsum Farms & Produce Marketing Manager. "Supply should also be better once Texas starts, which should be
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Fruithandel Wouters harvested its first full crop of the PiqaBoo® in December. This red pear, described by owner Kris Wouters as a 'new fruit variety', is one of this Belgian family business's showpieces. "We deliberately chose to sell most of the production on the European market, and it went
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For years, Trustpack Services has specialized in repacking, co-packing, and packaging of fruits and vegetables. "My father Yurdal has been in the industry for forty years, and for the past seven years, we've operated under the Trustpack name. We started in VDH's building in Ridderkerk, but soon
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