EastFruit analysts draw attention to the increasing frequency of media reports about Kazakhstan’s export successes in the field of vegetables. This is somewhat surprising, because it is far from reality, and it is appropriate to say that Kazakhstan is the largest market for vegetables in
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Alterations to Australia's Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme have sparked unease amongst advocates for the Pacific Islander workforce. The changes, aimed at worker protection, could potentially evoke a dark chapter in Australia's past. read more

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La Unió Llauradora has denounced the "disastrous campaign that lemon producers in the Spanish Region of Valencia, primarily in the province of Alicante, are enduring, with extremely low prices that do not cover their costs and have already caused losses exceeding 26 million euros." read more

The conflicts in the Middle East are impacting global shipping lanes and putting renewed pressure on shipping freight rates. In Brazil, the main impact is expected to be felt from February, according to industry analysts. Market concerns that could affect the country include rising freight
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The supply, and sizing, of limes coming out of Mexico is largely weather-dependent. Right now, limes are being shipped out of Martínez de la Torre in the state of Veracruz in the country. read more

Conscious eating is trendy, and not just in the context of Veganuary. The consumption of fresh and processed vegetables in Germany has once again gone up last year - to a total of 109 kg per capita. Tomatoes have once again secured their spot as the most popular vegetable in Germany. read more

According to preliminary data and information on developments over the first six to nine months of 2023, global trade in bananas displayed signs of recovery from the more severe supply shortages experienced in the previous two years. read more

The rainy season is affecting the quality and price of fruits and vegetables imported into Singapore from Malaysia. According to traders, the supply of these produce in Malaysia has dwindled, leading to an increase in wholesale prices. Consequently, vendors are compelled to transfer these
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In the new year South African consumer demand for fresh produce has been significantly lower, reports an agricultural economist, which has been placing pressure on prices. read more

A new crop clip system for cucumber and tomato plants has led to a breakthrough for the company Pellikaan. Cor Pellikaan, the founder, came up with the idea while working with tomato plants. read more

In week 3, Herbert Widmann Ltd expects the final blueberry deliveries from South Africa for this year's season. Simultaneously, the first main volumes from Chile are arriving with a two-week delay. "This year, around 15 to 20 percent less goods are being harvested and exported in Chile. However,
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Over 300,000 tonnes of cherry have been packed and shipped so far in the 2023-2024 season, a figure that reveals a contraction of 20% compared to the previous campaign period, according to Claudia Soler, executive director of the Cherry Committee at the Asoex association. read more

After a 40-year career in the fruit and vegetable trade, Ben Messaoud retired on January 1, 2024. He began on January 1, 1984, at a fresh produce sector importer/exporter, before starting Hortica six years later. The Dutch company had a similar product range but with a greater focus on the
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The lime market is currently calm and stable, observes Marcel van Rooijen of the Dutch company Trofi. "Brazilian production is normal for this time of year. Colombia and Peru are on the market, too, but aren't sending overly large quantities," he says. read more

The 2023-2024 Florida all orange forecast released today by the USDA Agricultural Statistics Board is 20.5 million boxes, unchanged from the December forecast. If realized, this will be 30 percent more than last season’s final production. The forecast consists of 7.50 million boxes of
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Northlanders are finding it challenging to locate apples in supermarkets and local stores. However, it's not an apple shortage, but a temporary lull. Over the past month, a noticeable absence of apples has been reported, with varieties like Rose, Royal Gala, Granny Smiths and Simply Reds being
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The weighted average price for oranges in the EU (in € per 100 kgs) stood at €99 in December. That is €27 above the 5-year average, or a 38% increase. read more

Compared to the previous year, a smaller apple harvest was recorded in the eastern German region, albeit with good quality. "Sales in the first few months have been relatively good. We have also been able to raise prices, which was necessary to cushion the ubiquitous cost increases in
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Medium-late Linbo® tangerines will be back on the Italian and European shelves from mid-February. The campaign is looking exceptional, so the consortium is getting ready for a record season and expectations are high. read more