Egyptian garlic prices have increased multiple times this season due to limited supply and high demand, as reported by Mohamed Shaaban, General Manager of Garlico. "Prices went up at the beginning of the season because of a 50% drop in garlic volumes in Egypt, and have continued to rise since then. Growers are now experiencing a significant boost in profits." read more

Seeka Limited announces the successful completion of the 2024 harvest in Australia. A total of 4.5 million kilograms of fruit, including kiwifruit, Nashi pears, European pears, jujubes, and plums, have been packed. Kiwifruit volumes have improved by 161% compared to last year, reaching 2.2 million kilograms. read more

The Jardin de Québec is a major vegetable growing region in North America and the season has just begun. Last week, on June 8, the harvest of Romaine lettuce, green leaf lettuce, and Boston lettuce began in the fields. "Normally, we start the weekend before June 15, but the unusually warm weather" read more

The CEO of Bio-Ilios Ltd, Sophoclis Michaelides, based in Tübingen, reports that there is unease surrounding this year's season kickoff for Greek organic stone fruit. The continuous rain is complicating the harvest of early varieties in Greek cultivation areas, leading to lower quantities being produced. read more

"W zeszłym miesiącu był dobry dla belgijskiego hurtownika Sebrechts Groenten en Fruit. Cytrusy i winogrona dominowały przez kilka miesięcy, ale teraz, gdy następuje zmiana na sezon letni, konsumenci coraz częściej decydują się na alternatywy. „Ludzie mają dość zimowych produktów, więc gdy" read more

Planting across most of the UK was delayed this year, and the onion sector was no exception. "Everything was planted in very wet soils and later than usual. It is always a challenge when you are behind schedule - do you plant in saturated soils, or do you wait a bit longer? But it went read more

W październiku Eddy Jager ma świętować swoją 45. rocznicę pracy w branży owocowo-warzywnej. Chociaż nadal jest aktywny w imporcie - głównie cytrusów z RPA, Egiptu i Ameryki Południowej, a także owoców pestkowych z RPA - już nie działa z ruchliwej

In October, Eddy Jager is set to celebrate his 45-year anniversary in the fruit and vegetable trade. While he remains active in imports - primarily citrus from South Africa, Egypt, and South America, as well as stone and top fruits from South Africa - he no longer operates from a busy read more

Wzrost skrajnej prawicy w Unii Europejskiej, zwłaszcza w krajach będących ważnymi rynkami dla produktów owocowo-warzywnych, stanowi coraz większe zmartwienie dla sektora rolniczego Regionu Murcji. Obawa ta jest wzmacniana przez potencjalny wzrost barier protekcjonistycznych, które mogą...

The rise of the far right in the European Union, especially in countries that are important markets for fruit and vegetable products, represents a growing concern for the Region of Murcia's agricultural sector. This fear is fueled by the potential increase in protectionist barriers that could... read more

A 59-year-old Japanese man was arrested for hitting his 62-year-old wife on the head with a banana peel. The incident, reported by gazeta.ru via Mothership, occurred after the man, intoxicated and upset over a neighbor's parking, lashed out at his wife when she tried to calm him. read more

Ostatnie słowo nie będzie mówione w opakowaniach dla świeżych warzyw i owoców przez długi czas, a Silbo wprowadza nowe opakowania, aby podkreślić to stwierdzenie. Według Marcina Śpiewoka, właściciela polskiego producenta opakowań i pomysłodawcy nowego opakowania, oznacza to, że

The last word will not be said in packaging for fresh vegetables and fruits for a long time, and Silbo is launching new packaging to emphasize that statement. According to Marcin Śpiewok, the owner of the Polish packaging manufacturer and the originator of the new packaging, this means that read more

The European finger lime season has already begun, and the Spanish company Nalans Citrus, specializing in exotic citrus fruits, anticipates a significant increase in the marketing of this product. "Thanks to our partnerships with finger lime producers, we are working to improve... read more

New Zealand Apples and Pears (NZAPI) has announced an 11% decrease in TCEs (Tray Carton Equivalents) for exports after the industry body's post-harvest crop estimate. Export TCEs are projected to decrease from 21.2 million, as calculated in January 2024, to 18.9 million post-harvest due to... read more

South Africa's fruit industry is facing major logistical challenges due to the poor ranking of its container ports, including Cape Town, on a global scale. According to the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence's Container Port Performance Index, Cape Town is ranked at 405th out of 405, underscoring the... read more

"The flooding has had a significant impact on Dutch field vegetable cultivation," says buyer Chris Hoek of Heemskerk fresh&easy from Rijnsburg. "So far, Dutch growers cannot yet say they have had a worry-free season. April and May were months in which rainfall records were broken. The issue was..." read more

Over the past eleven years, the traditional pear orchard owned by the Hakkert family in Buren has gradually been replaced by a modern cherry plantation. On Monday, Megakers VOF began the cherry harvest. Unlike many other Dutch growers, the Hakkert family can expect a bountiful harvest. read more

Greek agricultural production is declining, leading to a significant increase in fruit and vegetable imports. Data from the Association of Greek Companies for the Export, Distribution, and Production of Fruit and Vegetable Juices, Incofruit Hellas, shows a rapid rise in imports. read more

The European Union's Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) has issued a serious health alert regarding oranges from Egypt that were intended for the Spanish market. The alert was triggered when authorities discovered residues of chlorpyrifos, a pesticide that has been banned by the European Commission since 2020. read more

Brushing teeth twice daily, flossing, and using mouthwash are well-known dental hygiene practices. However, incorporating natural remedies such as consuming fruits can also improve oral health. In particular, apples are known to be more effective than chewing gum in keeping breath fresh, according to Dr. read more

As part of its continued dedication and investment in its licensee community and retail partners, Sun World International partnered with Giant Eagle, Inc. in the U.S. for an omnichannel marketing campaign aimed at encouraging shoppers to try and buy Autumncrisp® brand table grapes at all locations. read more

A recent Rabobank report reveals a change in the global avocado market, predicting a rise in both production and trade. As the industry prepares for expansion, Latin America remains the leading exporter, with the U.S. remaining the main importer. Despite a fragmented... read more