In a Parisian market, Moroccan clementines and Polish mushrooms are approximately 50% cheaper than their French equivalents. Many people empathizes with the difficulties French farmers face and desire to support them. However, very often it is simply unfeasible to purchase locally produced food. read more

The Dover District Council (DDC) in Kent has issued a warning about the potential risk of bankruptcy following the withdrawal of £3m in funding for essential checks at the Port of Dover. These checks are crucial for monitoring illicit pork products that might contain African Swine Fever (ASF).
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Following recent rains and in particular, Sunday’s severe rain and wind that descended upon California, produce growers/shippers are taking stock of the situation. read more

From January 29 to February 4, Primorsky Krai received 7,025.5 tons of fresh vegetables, fruits, and berries from various countries. For the second consecutive week, the import of fruits and vegetables has increased by over 1,000 tons, according to RIA VladNews, citing the press service of the
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EastFruit analysts highlight the high risk of major volatility in the regional market for fruits and vegetables due to the impending devaluation of the Egyptian pound against key currencies. The situation has deteriorated since a year ago. Back then, we reported on the doubling of the dollar
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Despite inflation and high raw material prices, the marketing of Bavarian organic table potatoes has started exceptionally well. "The organic potato appears to be embroiled in a price battle this year and there are active promotions in trade," reports Nicolai Timaeus, buyer and seller at
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French maritime transport company CMA CGM has once again suspended the use of the Red Sea as a transit route for its vessels, according to a source. This decision was made in response to the ongoing threats posed by Iran-backed Yemeni rebels, known as the Huthi rebels, who have been targeting
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The South African Table Grape Industry (Sati) body and other role-players were able to find ways to get around the Cape Town Port delays to get containers out during the current peak packing and export weeks. Up to Week 04 more than 2,8 million cartons of table grapes, accounting for almost 10%
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Madhya Pradesh is increasingly recognized in the global agri-export market, exporting 30,000 tons of bananas annually from the Burhanpur district to Iraq, Iran, Dubai, Bahrain, and Turkey. Approximately 19,000 banana farmers are cultivating 23,650 acres, producing 1.65 mln tons annually. The
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medFEL invites all Fruit and Vegetable sector professionals to its next edition on 24 and 25 April, 2024, at Perpignan exhibition centre in France. Isabelle Autissier and Tomás García Azcárate are this year's two special guest speakers. read more

The Moroccan avocado campaign is progressing calmly, a little more slowly than expected, but it is on track to achieve good results and even break the record for export volumes. So says Abdellah Elyamlahi, President of the Moroccan Avocado Association. read more

Since late 2023, Faiafood food concepts have also been available in several Belgian supermarkets. Along with the now well-known purees, marinades (Quick Taste), and ginger shots (Quick Shot), 'Quick Start' (a mix of cut, fresh onions, garlic, and ginger) has been added. "The Netherlands is
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After a solid start, things became a bit more challenging for the Turkish apple season, Kubra Guven, marketing manager of Turkish fresh produce exporter Ana Fruit says: “This apple season has started with fast movements, but later things had to slow down a bit due to the Red Sea issues on the
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The ban comes in the wake of Ecuador's decision to transfer arms, including Soviet-era helicopters, rocket launchers, grenade launchers, and anti-aircraft missile systems, to Ukraine, which was announced just over a week ago. read more

Following the successful introduction of Fyffes consumer brand Trudi's, last October, the company is set to showcase the new brand campaign at Fruit Logistica. This activation promises guests an immersive experience offering a firsthand encounter with the brand. read more

Strawberries can be found from California to Himachal Pradesh, generally grown in cooler areas and climates. It is considered a cash crop with varieties such as 'Chandler,' 'Sweet Charlie,' and 'Camarosa' etc. Strawberry fields are a visual feast, often found carpeting rolling hills or nestled
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Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), the leading line in ocean freight capacity, has declared the commencement of a new direct export cargo service from South Africa's Port of Ngqura near Gqberha (Port Elizabeth) to Northern Europe. This service from the deep-water port is set to provide
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Polish farmers from the Solidarity trade union have announced plans to stage a general strike, including a blockade of border crossings with Ukraine. This move aligns them with protests occurring across Europe, in countries such as France, Belgium, Portugal, Greece, and Germany. Farmers are
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Sysco Corporation today announced financial results for its 13-week second fiscal quarter ended December 30, 2023. read more

Germany's national airline, Lufthansa, is bracing for a potential disruption as its ground staff, represented by the trade union Verdi, plan a one-day strike on Wednesday. The industrial action is expected to affect operations at several airports including Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg, Berlin, and
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