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The Kenyan avocado industry is looking to enhance collaboration with China in order to increase its export market.
2024-05-10 00:00
Kenya, a major avocado producer in Africa, is seeking to enhance collaboration with China in order to meet the strict food safety standards necessary for the Chinese market. This effort was emphasized by Muthomi Ernest, CEO of the Avocado Society of Kenya, during the 4th International Africa
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The British strawberry season has been delayed due to the weather.
2024-05-10 00:00
Sezon truskawek w Wielkiej Brytanii został opóźniony o dwa tygodnie z powodu zimnej pogody i zmniejszonego nasłonecznienia, co spowodowało wolniejszy rozwój owoców. Pierwsze znaczące zbiory są teraz planowane na koniec maja. Pomimo opóźnienia, warunki pozwoliły na stopniowy...
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For the past year, Agronorperú, a family-owned business that produces and markets bananas in the Peruvian province of Piura, has been following the guidelines of Fairtrade certification. Their aim is to improve the quality of life for their employees and the local community, while also focusing on...
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With a significant production volume, Serbia is a major player in the European apple market. However, recent challenges have arisen in maintaining market positions and exploring new export opportunities. Ukraine has emerged as a strong competitor in the market, especially in the Middle East.
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Maersk and the University of Chile, in collaboration with exporter Geofrut, have released a study that carries important implications for the export of Chilean cherries, especially targeting emerging markets such as India, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The cherry season for 2023-2024 has concluded.
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An unusual cold weather spell is affecting fruit harvests in Europe.
2024-04-25 00:00
Europe is currently going through an unexpected cold spell, which is having a significant impact on the agricultural sector. Fruit farmers are particularly worried about the effect on their summer harvests. The continent is experiencing lower temperatures than originally predicted for spring, leading to concerns about food supply.
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Turkmenistan has sent its first delivery of fresh tomatoes to Russia's Astrakhan region.
2024-04-25 00:00
The initial shipment of tomatoes from Turkmenistan has reached Russia by sea through the North-South International Transport Corridor (ITC) and arrived at the Olya checkpoint in Astrakhan. This information was reported by official media sources in Astrakhan. The tomatoes were transported via a ferry trip from the port of Turkmenbashi, which involved 40 trucks.
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"Due to the prolonged delays and adverse ground conditions, it is inevitable that there will be delays in bringing the product to the market."
2024-04-25 00:00
It is planting time in the UK, but the months of heavy rain have significantly hindered the process. Many growers are far behind schedule for various crops such as brassicas, onions, potatoes, root vegetables, and salad crops. The impact varies depending on the region in the country.
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Traders in Latvia often deceive consumers about the origin of fruits and vegetables.
2024-04-25 00:00
The Food and Veterinary Service (FVS) of Latvia conducted inspections on more than 390 fresh produce retailers within a month, uncovering violations in 40% of cases. The majority of infractions were related to misinforming consumers about the origin and quality of the products. The inspections specifically targeted the accompanying documentation.
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"Social media can be utilized to enhance the consumption of fruits and vegetables among young people."
2024-04-25 00:00
Badanie przeprowadzone przez Uniwersytet Aston wykazało, że osoby obserwujące konta promujące zdrowe odżywianie w mediach społecznościowych przez zaledwie dwa tygodnie spożywały więcej owoców i warzyw oraz mniej niezdrowych przekąsek. Poprzednie badania wykazały, że pozytywne normy społeczne dotyczące spożywania owoców i warzyw zwiększają indywidualną...
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"The Roussillon region can compete in terms of apricot production."
2024-04-25 00:00
Ogólnie rzecz biorąc, oczekuje się, że w tym roku w Europie spadną wolumeny moreli. We Francji sytuacja jest bardzo zróżnicowana, zależna od basenu produkcji. Pascal Bassols-Pot, kierownik techniczny i handlowy w COT International, dzieli się swoimi obserwacjami z terenu. "W Roussillonie"
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"Importacje cebuli trafiły na nasycany, malejący rynek" "Imported onions have entered a saturated, declining market."
2024-04-25 00:00
The marketing of Lower Saxony's storage potatoes is slowly winding down. In about three to four weeks, the last remaining aging stock is expected to be available on the market, as stated by Bernd Ruschmeyer, a buyer and seller at Heidesand eG in Neuenkirchen. "Typically, we still have
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Zeszłotygodniowa burza gradu pozostawiła swoje ślady na owocach w Holandii. W tym roku drzewa gruszy, w tym te w gospodarstwie owocowym Bijl w Holandii Południowej, zakwitły wcześnie. "Pracujesz ciężko przez cały rok, a w kilka minut wszystko zostaje poważnie uszkodzone. To sprawiło, że przez kilka dni było mi niedobrze," mówi Wim Bijl.
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Georgia is expecting a significant increase of 15-20% in its fruit and vegetable harvest for 2024, as announced by Vakhtang Bejitashvili, the president of the Fruit and Vegetable Exporters Association. Last year's harvest was impacted by unfavorable weather conditions, which affected the quantity and.
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Peru's fresh avocado exports increased by 35% in the first quarter.
2024-04-25 00:00
W ciągu pierwszego kwartału 2024 roku eksport świeżych awokado z Peru odnotował znaczący wzrost, osiągając 105 034 ton o wartości 233 milionów dolarów. Oznacza to wzrost o 35% pod względem wolumenu i o 46% pod względem wartości w porównaniu z tym samym okresem w ubiegłym roku. Ponadto, średnia cena peruwiańskich
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At the beginning of the year, there was a shortage of avocados, especially in larger sizes, but early imports from the Southern Hemisphere helped stabilize the situation. "During the first three months of this year, we observed fluctuations in raw material prices, especially for larger sizes, with prices occasionally reaching high levels."
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Polish orchard owners are fighting against a cold snap.
2024-04-25 00:00
In Poland, after an unusually warm period, owners of orchards and vineyards have started lighting bonfires to lessen the effects of a sudden cold snap on their crops. The earlier warm weather, with temperatures exceeding 25°C, caused plants to bloom prematurely, making them susceptible to...
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Agroseguro denies removing virus coverage from insurance policies for protected vegetable crops.
2024-04-25 00:00
Agroseguro has issued a statement refuting the allegations made by Asaja and COAG regarding the purported removal of virus coverage in the insurance for protected cultivation of vegetable crops in the 2024 Plan. The insurer clarified that adjustments have been made to the insurance line in recent years.
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Springtime carrot prices in Ukraine are approaching historical lows.
2024-04-25 00:00
EastFruit analysts have reported a gradual decrease in carrot prices in Ukraine. Currently, the market is pricing carrots between 8 and 10 UAH/kg, which is equivalent to just 20 cents USD based on the latest exchange rates. These prices are similar to those seen in 2020.
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The Turkish Grain Board (TMO) announced last week that it is selling around 27,000 tons of hazelnut stock acquired from the 2022/23 and 2023/24 harvests. The prices set by the agency are TRY 130/kg for the 2023/24 crop and TRY 124/kg for the 2022/23 crop.
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