The modern horticultural business Höfler Gemüse GbR. in the heart of the Knoblauchland region harvests mini cucumbers all year round, in the low-light phases until well into March from lighted cultivation. "Since 2021, we have had lighting systems for our mini cucumbers (1.7 ha). Although the" read more

The supply of pineapples remains limited, but relief is expected in the near future. "That's what all the multinationals are telling us - the season has started with limited supply," says Anthony Serafino from EXP Group. "We're not exactly sure why." It is not uncommon to experience a tight supply at the beginning of the season. read more

The Ministry of Industry and Commerce in Afghanistan has reported that fresh fruit exports were valued at over $143 million in the first 11 months of the fiscal year. According to Ministry spokesperson Akhundzada Abdulsalam Jawad, approximately 296,000 metric tons of fresh fruits were exported during this period. read more

The first shipment of Moroccan citrus fruits arrived in Japan last Wednesday, meeting all sanitary and regulatory requirements set by Japanese health authorities. This highlights the collaboration between Morocco's National Office for Food Safety (ONSSA) and Japan. read more

Moldova is ranked among the top ten global producers and exporters of walnuts, and according to authorities, the development of this sector remains a priority. During the National Walnut Producers Conference, President Maia Sandu emphasized the economic importance of the walnut industry. read more

UK consumers walking through supermarket aisles may assume that the products they are buying are sourced locally. However, a significant portion of the produce labeled with the Union Jack flag is not actually British. This misleading practice, known as farmwashing, has negative impacts on small to medium-sized farming businesses, as approximately three-quarters of fruits and vegetables in the UK are not locally sourced. read more

Retailers extended a helping hand to shoppers at the checkout this week with discounts on popular produce items. Grapes were the most prominently advertised fruit, closely followed by strawberries and blackberries. Among the top vegetable choices were russet potatoes, asparagus, and mushrooms. read more

Dzięki skutecznym politykom państwowym w handlu i wysiłkom lokalnych producentów rolnych, sprzedaż białoruskich jabłek na krajowym rynku niemal potroiła się w ciągu ostatnich czterech lat - powiedziała Tatiana Krasnyuk, szefowa Departamentu Rynku Konsumenckiego w Ministerstwie, podczas seminarium. read more

Verduyn has announced its acquisition of Otimo. "Today, we are writing a new chapter in the history of Verduyn! We are proud to announce the acquisition of Otimo, a well-established player in the washing, sorting, and packaging of carrots in Northern France. This acquisition is a major milestone." read more

The Mexican Caborca season, which takes place annually from late January to mid-April, plays a vital role in connecting the Peruvian and European asparagus seasons. This year, the transition has been smooth, with a brief period of high volumes available at competitive prices. However, there are some challenges facing the Mexican industry. read more

Starting April 1, 2025, Moldova will have the opportunity to export fruits and other products to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein without having to pay customs duties or with reduced tariffs. This is made possible by the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). read more

The United States, traditionally a leader in agriculture, is projected to face a $49 billion trade deficit in agriculture this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) trade outlook report. Increased imports of products such as avocados and coffee are major contributing factors. read more

The Australasian kiwifruit producer, Seeka Limited, started harvesting SunGold kiwifruit in Gisborne today (Monday, 3 March), with several orchards in the region prepared for the harvest. The Gisborne orchards, Harpers Road and College, owned and operated by Ngai Tukairangi Trust, as well as the Hawkes Bay orchards, are also ready for harvesting. read more

The first quarter of the year usually brings sourcing difficulties for bananas due to seasonal weather conditions, but 2025 has been especially challenging. This is mainly seen in Central America, where La Niña and abnormally cold weather have impacted banana production. We anticipate supply conditions to improve and normalize as we move into the second quarter. read more

W trakcie roku marketingowego 2022-23 Turcja, Indie i Włochy pojawiły się jako główni importerzy chilijskich orzechów włoskich. Chilijski przemysł eksportowy orzechów skupił się na rozwoju w Indiach, co skutkowało wzrostem eksportu o 108%, sprawiając, że Indie stały się największym rynkiem dla orzechów w skorupkach, wyprzedzając Turcję. read more

Mastronardi Produce is gearing up to introduce a flavor explosion with BOMBS® Squad™, the newest addition to the award-winning SUNSET® Bombs® collection of snacking tomatoes on-the-vine. This unique offering allows consumers to enjoy an intense flavor combination of various Bombs. read more

The protest group 'Say NO to ABC Expansion' is fighting against the expansion of the business park ABC Westland in Poeldijk, which is encroaching on greenhouse land. On social media, people are questioning the role of import and export companies that no longer trade in Westland. read more

The Bulgarian Association of Fruits and Vegetables reported that last week, prices of fruits and vegetables went up in Bulgarian markets. Oranges had the steepest increase, rising by 8.1% to 2.23 BGN per kg (€1.14/kg). Lemons also experienced a price hike. read more

The exporter GL.Sila closed 2024 as a significant year, establishing the company as a leading exporter of premium Dominican avocados to key international markets. Rosanna Nin Cid, founder and CEO of GL.Sila, stated that they are also planning to expand into exporting more exotic fruits. "Our strategic expansion is aimed at diversifying our product range and reaching new markets," said Cid. read more

The grape market has shown a fluctuating trend in recent years. "Last year, we experienced spectacular prices, but currently production has been affected by rains. Brazilian production benefits from a flexible harvest due to the climate and unique geographical conditions of the Petrolina region." read more