The autumn and winter greenhouse vegetable planting season has recently started in Tympaki, the earliest vegetable-growing region in Crete. Mr. Manolis Mperkakis, the general manager of the local cooperative AC Tympaki, stated that the current planting cycle began on August 10. read more

The home consumption and retail sales of potatoes are improving as households return to their normal routines following the reopening of schools. Early Rooster potatoes are still being introduced to the market. However, there have been reports of some quality issues, including cracking, which may be attributed to dry weather conditions. read more

Domestic plums were clearly the market leaders, with a variety of top varieties such as Cacaks, Hauszwetschge, and Fellenberg being the most popular. The new additions to the range included Presenta and Ortenauer. According to the BLE, Hanita decreased in importance. Lepotica and Stanley were the main varieties. read more

The global potato market is currently experiencing changes, especially in the frozen potato products segment. Between 2019 and 2024, there was a significant increase in international trade of fries and other processed potato products. Markets like China and India, which are growing rapidly, have transitioned from being net importers to net exporters of frozen potato products. read more

Obecnie na europejskim rynku dostępna jest więcej niż wystarczająca ilość imbiru. "Stopniowo wychodzimy z tradycyjnie trudnego lata. W tym okresie konsumenci zwykle myślą o letnich owocach, a nie o naszych produktach. Z Brazylii, Chin i Peru dotarły duże ilości imbiru i... read more

Nasioknute pomiędzy światowym dziedzictwem mokradeł estuarialnych oraz najstarszym rezerwatem dzikich zwierząt w Południowej Afryce, Bousaam Boerdery uprawia ananasy od 1978 roku. "Pośrodku raju," mówi Regardo Müller (na prawo, trzymający dużego ananasa królowej). Bousaam ('Budować razem') Boerdery to firma rodzinna. read more

Pakistan's vegetable exports increased by 43.2% to US$430 million in fiscal year 2024 compared to the previous year, according to data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The exports included fresh and processed vegetables such as onions, potatoes, brassica, tomatoes, and carrots. read more

Herbert Widmann GmbH is shaping its future direction: As part of its strategic development, the management team of the southern German company is being expanded. André Kirchenwitz and Stefan Höpfl have been appointed to the management team, effective from September 1, 2025. Dr. Hans read more

Bangladesh currently produces nearly 12 million tons of potatoes, resulting in a surplus of around 4 million tons. The Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) reported that potato production reached 11.57 million tons in the 2024/25 fiscal year, which was a 9.17% increase from the previous year's production of 10.60 million tons. read more

The conference pear harvest season in El Bierzo is approaching the halfway mark, with production surpassing initial predictions. Pablo Linares, manager of Alimentos de Calidad del Bierzo, stated that this year's yield could reach almost 14.5 million kilos, half a million more than initially anticipated. read more

In the Chernivtsi region of Ukraine, apple growers are getting ready for the beginning of the harvest season, which is delayed by about two weeks this year due to prolonged spring frosts. Currently, only 3-5% of the total crop, mostly early varieties, has been harvested. The main harvest peak is expected to occur around. read more

Spanish mango production is expected to recover this year compared to the last two seasons, with an estimated output of around 30,000-35,000 tons, similar to the 2022 campaign. In 2024, drought and low temperatures led to a harvest of only 19,860 tons, while in 2022, Spain's production reached similar levels. read more

India's onion export season is starting well, with strong demand from Southeast Asia and the domestic market compared to last year, according to Shvam Dhumal, Director at fresh produce exporter Agroindi EXIM Pvt Ltd. "There has been a significant increase in onion production in key growing states. read more

The supply of ginger from Brazil is expected to decrease due to the planting season. "We mainly plant in September and we still have ginger available for export, but at this time, there is generally less supply in the market," says Apanatche Bark of Pommer Fresh Foods. Take a look at the harvesting process in the field. read more

It is currently the peak fruit harvest season in the Northern Hemisphere, with apples, grapes, blueberries, and citrus fruits entering the market. Proper temperature management in cold chain logistics is essential for maintaining product quality and prolonging shelf life. Even minor fluctuations in temperature can impact the freshness and marketability of the fruits. read more

This year, the supply of Korean Shine Muscat grapes has increased once again. "We anticipate a 30 to 50 percent rise in volume compared to last year," says Elena Kong of Love April. She also mentioned that there was already a 50 percent increase in grape shipments to North America from 2023 to 2024. read more

Citrus producers in the Spanish province of Seville are happy about this year's rains. They have gone from suffering the impact of drought and not being sure whether they would manage to get their productions going to being able to do so and, moreover, with good quality and sizes. "The fields are flourishing thanks to the abundant rainfall," said one farmer. read more

Wyniki wczesnych badań pokazują, jak praktyki w sadach i pakowalniach mogą prowadzić do produkcji owoców bez szkodników dla rynków azjatyckich. Wielkoskalowe badanie w Tasmanii i południowo-wschodnim Queensland generuje dane mające wspierać poszerzenie dostępu do rynków premium poprzez wykazanie podejścia systemowego do mola jabłków. read more

The Agri-TechE's REAP Conference, which gathers potato growers, researchers, innovators, government officials, and agri-business representatives from the UK and abroad, will take place at KingsGate Conference Centre in Peterborough on November 4, 2025. Baroness Minette Batters, who has recently... read more

The popularność batatów wzrosła w ostatnich latach. Choć od dawna były szeroko spożywane w wielu częściach świata, od kilku dziesięcioleci stały się coraz bardziej znane także w Europie. Jako alternatywa dla zwykłego ziemniaka, bataty są teraz dobrze ugruntowane.

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