Popyt przewyższa podaż zarówno na pomarańcze Navel, jak i Valencia z Kalifornii. "Robimy wszystko, co w naszej mocy, aby rozciągnąć nasze zapasy i utrzymać pomarańcze na półkach dla naszych partnerów" - mówi Jesse Silva z Kings River Packing, rodzinnego przedsiębiorstwa rolniczego działającego na ośmiu pokoleniach jako producenta, pakowacza i dostawcy. "Jedna... read more

The first Lithuanian-grown strawberries of the year are being harvested in greenhouses, marking the start of the 2025 strawberry season. The cooler spring weather is impacting yields, causing prices to remain high. In Anykščiai, the Anykščių Daržovės farm started picking strawberries in early May, about a week earlier than usual. read more

Hailstorms have recently caused significant damage in the Vega Media del Segura, an area in Murcia, Spain known for the cultivation of stone fruit, citrus, and olives, among other crops. The State Meteorological Agency of Spain had issued an orange warning, so a wet day was expected. read more

At the end of April and beginning of May 2025, wholesale prices for most apple varieties in Moldova increased by 10-15%, reaching an average of 12 MDL/kg (approximately €0.61/kg). In retail supermarket chains, prices range between 15 and 18 MDL/kg (around €0.76-€0.91/kg), as reported by consumers. read more

Crocus Labs has announced a notable increase in energy efficiency during a vertical strawberry trial using their adaptive LED lighting system. The Berlin-based research firm partnered with a Japanese breeder to conduct tests on a premium strawberry variety, with the goal of enhancing flavor and yield. read more

Kampania eksportu awokado z Maroka zakończyła się pod koniec kwietnia, nieco później niż zwykle. Abdellah El Yamlahi, prezydent Marokańskiego Stowarzyszenia Awokado (MAVA), informuje o udanej kampanii, z nowymi rekordowymi produkcjami i wolumenami eksportu, pomimo niższych cen niż w poprzednim sezonie. read more

The Taste of Paris culinary festival is back this year, after being absent in 2024 due to the Olympic Games. Until May 11th, French gastronomy enthusiasts could wander through the aisles of the Nouveau Grand Palais to explore the contemporary French culinary scene, including restaurants, artisans, and producers. read more

Las exportaciones de melón español a la Unión Europea (UE) han disminuido en un 32,27% desde 2019. Las exportaciones han caído desde un récord de 409,85 millones de kilos ese año a 277,6 millones de kilos en 2024, según un informe de Hortoinfo basado en datos de Euroestacom (ICEX-Eurostat) y el código TARIC 080719 para melones frescos. read more

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Driven by increased consumer demand and shifting demographic preferences, the organic date segment is experiencing remarkable growth. "Health-conscious shoppers seek cleaner labels and nutrient-dense snacks, and organic Medjool dates very well meet these requirements," says David Baxter, Vice read more

Mango farmers in South Gujarat, Saurashtra, and Sindh, India, are facing significant crop losses due to unseasonal weather and climate change. In Gujarat, thunderstorms with strong winds resulted in widespread fruit drop just before harvest, leading to an estimated 30-35% crop loss. read more

An acute food crisis in Belarus has caused a shortage of potatoes, which are a staple in the national diet. Reports suggest a 10% price increase from January to March, with prices reaching 5 Belarusian rubles per kilogram (1.53 US$). Residents are struggling to find quality potatoes, as available stocks are dwindling. read more

Brazil stands as the third-largest fruit producer globally, following China and India. In 2024, Brazil's fruit exports reached USD 1.3 billion, doubling the figures from a decade ago. Despite this growth, the nation ranks 23rd among global fruit exporters. To enhance their position, 40 Brazilian… read more

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) projects that Mexican avocado exports will reach $4 billion in 2025. In 2024, exports reached a record $3.78 billion, marking a 20.1% increase over 2023. The USDA estimates that Mexico will export 1.34 million metric tons of avocados in 2025, reflecting a 5% year-on-year growth. read more

The Soleil Group, located in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, operates citrus farms and packhouses in Limpopo. The company is one of the first in South Africa to initiate exports when supply chains shift to the Southern Hemisphere, providing them with direct access to the final fruit shipments from Turkey and Spain. read more

Family Mart has introduced a frozen chocolate-covered banana, bringing back a nostalgic treat for many in Japan. This treat, traditionally sold at festival stalls, has been rare to find in regular stores. Family Mart's version, made with their own "Famimaru" brand bananas, perfectly captures the classic flavor. read more

Since October 2024, potato prices in Ukraine have remained relatively high. Although prices temporarily declined in April due to an oversupply and deteriorating quality in storage, they have started to rise again. The increase is especially noticeable in the segment of locally grown young potatoes. read more

Niedawny wzrost liczby dostaw duriana spowodował spadek cen, podczas gdy nadchodzące święto Dnia Matki przyczyniło się do zwiększenia sprzedaży, czyniąc duriana najbardziej pożądanym produktem na rynku owoców w tym tygodniu. W poprzednich latach okres przed świętem "Dnia Pracy" oznaczał szczyt dostaw i sprzedaży duriana. read more

A new campaign is beginning in the Spanish Region of Murcia for certain products like melons or watermelons, while it has already ended for others such as broccoli or artichokes. The impact of rains and competition from third countries on this new campaign remains to be seen. read more

The Meknes region, which is Morocco's historical center of grape growing, is currently facing the challenges of both climate change and market fluctuations. Achraf Nassar, a local table grape farmer, provides an update on the situation. He explains his farming activities: "Our farm is located in Meknes where we cultivate late-season table grape varieties. read more

Sai World is just a week to ten days away from the start of the citrus harvest. The company grows citrus in the Riverland area of South Australia. "The fruit is colouring up nicely and we will be about a week early with the first picking," said Sam Vasala from Sai World. "We will start with the… read more