Seed potato prices are under some pressure as supply is very low and demand is not expected to fall. "Prices already increased last year, but that was for a different reason. They grew because the increase in the price of all inputs that took place, because of the war in Ukraine, had not yet
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In the Chinese market, the season of imported longans is underway, which could meet the market demand for fresh longans during the Chinese New Year. This season, imported longan is facing challenges, such as reduced production in the growing areas and low domestic selling prices. Chongqing
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Food Freshly will present two pioneering applications that have the potential to revolutionize the fruit and vegetable industry. The company will be presenting these significant advances in Berlin. read more

This series gives the average wholesale prices of bananas by country of origin. The prices are national averages of the most usual prices charged for bananas at wholesale markets in Birmingham and London. This publication is updated weekly. read more

After record performances in 2023 in Italy, France, Ireland and Spain with more than 20% growth overall in Europe, Joya® apples are preparing for a new stage in their development in 2024, by establishing themselves as Europe's leading brand of European origin in the third half of the
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In a recent development, Poland anticipates a boost in its apple exports to Belarus as new regulations allow shipments for an extended period. Effective from April 1, the revised rules, introduced by the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Belarus on December 26, 2023, bring positive changes
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According to Iurie Fala, executive director of the Moldovan Fruit Producers and Exporters Association, the previous and current Moldovan apple seasons highlight a trend of market diversification for Moldovan apples, particularly with the Russian Federation's embargo on Moldovan fruits in mind:
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Australian grapes seem to be starting at their normal time compared to the last few years and conditions have been overall better than last year, when it was very wet, but still not fully back to normal compared to five years ago, with full sunny and dry, hot days. Unfortunately there is a
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Mexican lime producer Inverafrut established a sales office in the Dutch market over a decade ago. Changing market conditions, including high demand from the United States, have recently made shipping Mexican limes to Europe unprofitable. read more

Effective immediately, ATL Haulage Contractors Limited, a prominent UK container haulage operator, has entered into an agreement under which German carrier Hapag-Lloyd AG has acquired the entire issued share capital of the company. read more

As per the latest DANE report updated to October 2023, Colombia is strengthening its commercial bonds with the Netherlands and the Dutch Caribbean. Colombian exports to these regions have reached a noteworthy $1.738 billion, making the Netherlands Colombia's sixth major export destination. This
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The bustling markets of Mumbai have welcomed the first consignment of the season's Alphonso mangoes from Ratnagiri. This premium fruit, a seasonal delight, is being sold at a steep price of Rs 7,700 for two dozen, reflecting its high demand and superior quality. read more

In British Columbia, migrant farmworkers, primarily from Mexico and Guatemala, are pursuing legal action against the federal government. They allege that their rights have been violated due to deductions from their pay for employment insurance premiums, which they cannot claim upon the
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It looks to be largely a later start for the Chilean grape season. “The north, Copiapó, was quite early--maybe 12 to even 18 days early at the beginning and it continued to be early,” says Nicolas Damm of Rio Blanco. read more

Israel is facing the prospect of a serious shortage of certain vegetables due to ongoing military actions hindering the cultivation of borderlands and a lack of labour in agriculture. read more

Peru’s 2024 avocado harvest has started with lower volumes as the industry continues to be affected by the adverse weather conditions created by the El Niño weather phenomenon. Despite this Manuel Canales, CEO and owner of the exporter Peru Mc Fruits, says there are signs of things going
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In recent years, the pre-conditioning and ripening of fruits have proven to drive consumption and sales. This is a more recent way of thinking that is in contrast with the past when retailers focused on the longest shelf-life possible to avoid waste, save on costs, and make the most sales.
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As the Groceries Supply Code of Practice (GSCOP) to better protect farmers is being debated in parliament today, Monday 22 January, after the petition received over 112,000 signatures the Chairman of industry body British Berry Growers, representing 95% of the UK’s commercial soft fruit
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An open letter signed by 35 Nobel laureates and more than 1,000 European scientists has been sent to Members of the European Parliament today, pleading with them to 'reject the darkness of anti-science fearmongering' and vote in favor of new genomic techniques (NGTs) ahead of a key vote. read more

The situation surrounding the Red Sea is throwing a real curveball when it comes to the Turkish apple season, says Alper Kerim, owner of Turkish fruit exporter Demir Fresh Fruits: “The Turkish apple season is not going very well due to shipping problems. Freight rates have been increased and
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