2024 is the year of a major change for the Zwinkels family, known for their courgette production. The Westland growers have decided to take control of the sales of their standard courgettes. To achieve this, they have created a new brand (Courgette Royale), logo, and packaging. Now they are focusing on designing the box for the product. read more

Jamaican commodities such as bananas and plantains may be impacted by the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl as it moves through the Caribbean, potentially affecting supplies for North America. With the Category 5 storm possibly impacting Central America, there is concern about a tightening in the availability of these fruits. read more

Recently appointed Chief Executive of the Australian Mango Industry Association, Trevor Dunmall, has identified increasing export volumes as one of the key long-term opportunities for the industry as it aims to recover after a challenging 2023/24 season for many growers. Dunmall emphasizes the need for the industry to enhance its... read more

The EU calculated orange prices were €85.72 per 100 kg in May 2024, showing a 3.68% increase from the previous month and a 4.02% rise compared to the 5-year average. In Spain, the prices were €80.65 per 100 kg, slightly above the 5-year average. In Italy, oranges were priced at €114.99 per 100 kg. read more

At the Lars checkpoint, there are currently no issues affecting the passage of Armenian trucks, as confirmed by Arman Khojoyan, Deputy Minister of Economy of Armenia, during a press conference. He addressed the potential impact of logistical disruptions on supply chains, emphasizing the importance of ensuring smooth transportation flows. read more

The Egyptian garlic season is ending earlier than usual, with volumes sold out. Ehabi Sami, CEO of Noureen Food, reports a "particularly challenging season". The exporter says: "We have had great difficulty in obtaining supplies of garlic. The reason for this is that small-scale farmers have." read more

In a recent discussion with News9Live, Dr. Shweta Jaiswal, a Senior Dietician at Sharda Hospital, highlighted the nutritional benefits of avocados for pregnant women. Emphasizing their high nutrient content, she pointed out that avocados are an excellent source of monounsaturated fats. read more

Sezon nowozelandzkich kiwi Zespri w pełni rozpoczęty. Jochen Wyns, menedżer regionalny regionu Benelux, określa go jako 'fantastyczny'. "W ciągu pierwszych trzech tygodni sprzedaży, rekordowa ilość tac z kiwi została wysłana do Holandii i Belgii," mówi. Ten sukces nastąpił po tym, co Jochen określa jako read more

Travellers are being informed about the prohibition of a specific fruit on aircraft due to its potential for spontaneous combustion. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has included a certain food item on its latest list of banned items for flights, highlighting health and safety concerns. read more

Ignacio Ugarte has been appointed as the commercial director for export grapes at Vanguard Group International. Since joining the company in 2021, Ugarte has played a crucial role in the purchasing and sales department for South America. He has effectively overseen the sale of fresh fruit from its production. read more

When Kuifkop Boerdery began cultivating dragon fruit in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, they anticipated its appeal to smoothie enthusiasts looking for Instagram-worthy ingredients. However, ten years later, they have been pleasantly surprised by the diversity of dragon fruit consumers. read more

"Otrzymaliśmy pozytywne sygnały, choć w środowisku dalekim od normalności. Gdybym miał być optymistyczny co do przyszłości, zdecydowanie uważałbym, że ochrona sadów może stanowić nowe tchnienie życia dla sektora owocowego. Jednakże istnieje potrzeba zwiększenia aspektu ekonomicznego."

"We have received positive signals, albeit in an environment that is far from normal. If I had to be optimistic about the future, I would certainly be of the opinion that the protection of orchards can be a new lease of life for the fruit sector. However, there is a need to enhance the economic aspect." read more

W tym roku w maju Rosja importowała z Turcji 5600 ton pomarańczy, mandarynek, grejpfrutów i cytryn, co oznacza spadek o połowę w porównaniu z poprzednimi latami. RIA Novosti informuje, że import pomarańczy drastycznie zmalał do 77 ton rocznie, stanowiąc zaledwie 1% importu z Turcji w porównaniu do 10% zeszłego roku. Import mandarynek read more

During a meeting with a central team at the Lasalgaon Agriculture Produce Market Committee (APMC), onion farmers expressed their concerns regarding the existing export regulations. They requested the removal of the minimum export price (MEP) set at US$550 per ton, as well as the additional 40% duty. read more

When Kuifkop Boerdery began cultivating dragon fruit in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, they anticipated it would attract smoothie enthusiasts looking for Instagram-worthy ingredients. However, after a decade, they were pleasantly surprised by the diversity of dragon fruit consumers. read more

The poor weather this season has had a negative impact on coconut sales, particularly in southern Europe. Lorenza Ciccaroni from N&K, a part of the Kinobé Groupe, highlights that beach bars, which are a key market for coconuts, remained closed because of the lack of summer weather. As a result, sales this year are lower compared to previous summers. read more

Pomimo zawartości węglowodanów i naturalnego cukru, badania naukowe konsekwentnie wskazują, że owoce mogą być istotne w utrzymaniu zdrowej wagi ciała. Jednym z kluczowych powodów jest to, że błonnik i woda zawarte w owocach mogą wydłużyć uczucie sytości, pomagając spożywać mniej kalorii ogółem. read more

Apricots are grown in different countries, contributing to a global production of 3.9 million tonnes. This production serves various markets by providing the fruit in fresh, dried, and processed forms. Turkey is the top producer, with an annual output of 800,000 metric tons. read more

In Germany, cucumber cultivation has decreased, with the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture reporting a 7% reduction in the cultivated area compared to 2018. The sector is facing challenges, as pointed out by a spokesperson from the Swabian company Hengstenberg. read more

The season of Flemish greenhouse cherries has ended once again at the Demedts - De Mey nursery. While the outdoor growing season has just begun, grower Benoit Demedts is already focusing on the apricots they anticipate picking next week. "We had a really good cherry season," he said, reflecting on the performance compared to our colleagues. read more