The demand for fresh blueberries labeled "Stay fresh" showed the least decrease after a one percent price increase compared to labels "Crunchy" and "Sweety". A recent study provides valuable insights for blueberry growers, retailers, and marketers that could be informative. read more

Ze względu na lepsze warunki klimatyczne w tym sezonie w Nowej Zelandii, produkcja jabłek wzrosła. W rezultacie na chińskim rynku pojawiło się więcej nowozelandzkich jabłek w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem, z których większość jest małych rozmiarów. „Obecnie smak i jakość jabłek są stosunkowo zadowalające… read more

At Macfrut, "Mago," the Italian branch of the Polish multinational company, presented a method for extending the shelf life of fruit by a third in a natural way directly at the point of sale. This display stand absorbs ethylene through a series of slots along the metal profile of the frame. It purifies the. read more

"Last year we were in second place among Peruvian avocado exporters, but this year we are on track to becoming the top overseas shipper," says Omar Díaz Marchena, General Manager of Westfalia Fruit Peru. This is a significant achievement for the Peruvian subsidiary of the multinational Westfalia Fruit Group, a company with read more

Rozwój uprawy arbuzów jest napędzany przez rozszerzające się rynki eksportowe, między innymi, mówi Esra Soyleyen, kierownik ds. marketingu tureckiego eksportera Aksun: "Turcja jest głównym producentem arbuza na świecie. Powierzchnia upraw i produkcja doświadczały wahnięć, ale ogólny trend jest wzrostowy. read more

The National Association of Berry Exporters of Mexico (Aneberries), which represents 40 partners producing blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries, is dedicated to promoting the consumption of these fruits in both domestic and international markets. The association aims to enhance the... read more

Zespri's financial results for the 2023/24 season have achieved record average returns per tray for growers in all categories except for organic SunGold kiwifruit. Despite facing challenges during the growing season, global sales volumes decreased by 10.5% to 164.2 million trays from 183.5 million in 2022. read more

In a collaborative effort, the Tax Agency, National Police, and Judicial Police of Portugal, supported by Spanish authorities, have intercepted over 1,000 kilos of cocaine across Portugal and Spain. Originating from South America, the narcotics were concealed in two distinct shipments, with one read more

Last week, the first peach and nectarine harvests began in Extremadura, where this season's stone fruit production is expected to reach approximately 250,000 tons. This is 22% lower than its potential of 320,000 tons, according to the Extremadura Fruit Growers Association (Afruex). read more

Princess Anne, according to former royal chef Darren McGrady, likes her bananas very ripe, almost black, as part of her morning fruit bowl. This preference is due to the easier digestion of overripe bananas. Despite the unconventional choice that may not appeal to everyone, there are nutritional benefits. read more

Avolution Lab continues to lead in the development of international projects that have a significant impact on the avocado industry. "At our recent meeting with Avolution Lab partners, we discussed the progress of the Avoguys and Avoreca projects, both of which have been successfully launched in the market," read more

Princess Anne, according to former royal chef Darren McGrady, likes to eat her bananas very ripe, almost black, as part of her morning fruit bowl. This preference is due to the fact that overripe bananas are easier to digest. Despite this unusual choice, which may not appeal to everyone, there are nutritional benefits. read more

Według danych przedstawionych niedawno przez Stowarzyszenie Przemysłu Owocowego Katalonii (Afrucat) i Departament ds. Działań Klimatycznych, Żywności i Agendy Wiejskiej (DACC), potencjał produkcyjny brzoskwiń i nektarynek w Katalonii spadł o 4% w porównaniu z poprzednią kampanią, a prognoza na read more

LuLu Hypermarket Qatar has introduced the Festival of Vietnam, showcasing around 100 Vietnamese products across its stores. The items include fresh fruits, groceries, and frozen products, with special displays highlighting the diverse range of Vietnamese agricultural goods. read more

"Agroholding 2012," a member of the "Epicenter Agro" group of companies, has planted more than 10 hectares of early watermelon hybrids in the Khmelnytskyi region, Ukraine. The fields were sown with early hybrids from the Syngenta company: Pharaoh F1, Lorian F1, Balaton F1, and Karistan F. read more

In sezonie finansowym Zespri 2023/24 osiągnięto rekordowe średnie zwroty na tacę dla producentów we wszystkich kategoriach z wyjątkiem organicznych kiwi SunGold. Pomimo trudnego sezonu wzrostowego, który spowodował spadek globalnej sprzedaży o 10,5% z 183,5 miliona tac w 2022 roku do 164,2 miliona tac, globalne... read more

During the weekend, all 25 RubyGlow pineapples priced at $395.99 each were sold out. This surge in sales occurred after recent mainstream media coverage of the expensive Del Monte pineapples from Costa Rica, distributed by Melissa's Produce/World Variety Produce, which also sold out. read more

The National Food Safety Agency of Moldova has approved the export of products from Gagauz farmers to the Russian market. This announcement was made by Sergey Ibrishim, the head of the agricultural complex department of Gagauzia, on May 21. He noted that the necessary documents have already been submitted. read more

"The supply of mangoes in Mexico is shifting from southern Mexico to Central Mexico. Gary Clevenger of Freska Produce mentioned that there is currently a good supply, but production in southern Mexico will end by Monday. After that, production will move to Nayarit and Sinaloa. The transition to Central Mexico is underway." read more

The beginning of the Verna lemon campaign has been described as a "breath of fresh air for the market" by Juan Antonio Martínez Rubio, the manager of Toñifruit. Due to its "spectacular freshness and quality," it has generated significant interest in the markets, and consumption during the campaign has been high. read more