Smaller cranberry harvest expected in Wisconsin
2025-10-28 00:00
Wczesne wskazania wskazują, że w tym sezonie w Wisconsin spodziewany jest mniejszy plon żurawiny. "Słyszałem, że jest o 20-25 procent mniejszy w porównaniu do różnych plantatorów" - mówi Kevin Tritz z Twin Lake Cranberry. "Jesteśmy jednak nadal na planie. Jesteśmy w połowie zbiorów, a ostatni raz...
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The power of a fruit that tells the story and soul of Calabria.
2025-10-28 00:00
When we think of Calabria, and especially Piana di Sibari, the image that often comes to mind is that of a small, orange, fragrant, and very sweet 'sun': the clementine. But this fruit is much more than just a treat for the palate. For this area, it is a true 'identity product'.
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Recent hailstorm wreaks havoc on 2,000 apple orchards in India.
2025-10-28 00:00
A gradatic storm in early June caused significant damage to apple crops in fifteen villages in the Zainapora constituency of Jammu and Kashmir, impacting over 2,000 orchardists, as per a government statement. This was disclosed in a written response to a query posed by MLA Showkat Hussain Ganie.
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Kenyan macadamia growers are urging the government to lift the export ban on unprocessed nuts due to low farmgate prices and excess stock in producing areas. They suggest permitting the export of up to 30 percent of annual production to Chinese companies. Kenya currently produces approximately 61,000 tons of macadamia nuts.
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The UK fruit trade is mourning the loss of Richard Emanuel.
2025-10-28 00:00
Richard Emanuel, a seasoned professional in the UK fruit industry who was employed by both Optimus Fruit and Gilgrove at New Covent Garden Market, has passed away at the age of 43. Born at St Helier Hospital on July 8, 1982, Richard was raised in Sutton and Tadworth, went to local schools, and later The
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Market positioning and growth opportunities of Italian Clementines in the European Market
2025-10-28 00:00
When we talk about small citrus fruits, we are referring to a group that is essential to our market. However, examining the numbers in Italy (2025 data) reveals the clear frontrunner: the clementine. It accounts for an impressive 74.7% of the total production of small citrus fruits, amounting to...
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Angel Gamarra Condori, the president of the Peruvian Association of Mango Producers (Promango), stated that Peru anticipates the 2025/2026 mango season to be longer than usual, continuing until April. Nevertheless, the country is still projected to export over 250,000 tons of fresh mangoes this season, which is a decrease from the previous season.
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Polish grower harvests 1.3 kg of Mutsu apples.
2025-10-28 00:00
Fruit grower Mieczysław Socha from the village of Głazów in Poland has reported harvesting what is believed to be the largest apple ever grown in the country. The fruit, of the Mutsu variety, weighed more than 1.5 kilograms immediately after being picked, but later measured 1.327 kilograms.
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Netherlands records highest potato and onion yields in 25 years
2025-10-28 00:00
Provisional crop yield estimates from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) indicate that gross yields for ware potatoes and seed onions in the Netherlands have reached their highest levels in 25 years in 2025. The gross yield for ware potatoes is expected to be almost 37% higher than in 2024.
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Pear category ripe for growth
2025-10-28 00:00
Pears remain an underrated fruit in the grocery store produce section. Despite being nutrient-dense and versatile, they often go unnoticed. Current pear buyers tend to be between the ages of 30 and 65, with a strong peak in the 40 to 55 age group. These shoppers are loyal, diverse, and
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Morocco's blueberry sector is experiencing rapid growth despite facing water challenges.
2025-10-28 00:00
Over the past decade, Morocco has become one of the most active players in the global blueberry market. In the 2024 campaign, Moroccan blueberry exports reached around 74,000 tons, a 15% increase compared to 2023, according to data from the Moroccan Interprofessional Federation of Fruits.
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Banana exports from India have seen a significant increase this month, according to Prasad Chavan from India-based Acres EXIM. "Our banana exports have been doing exceptionally well this quarter, with a rise in demand from our key markets, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. Export volumes have increased by approximately 15% this."
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The banana market remains stable, with only a slight decrease in production from Colombia.
2025-10-28 00:00
Najnowsze dane dotyczące rynku bananów nie wykazują większych zmian cen w kluczowych regionach pochodzenia w tym tygodniu. Średnie ceny pozostały stabilne na poziomie 0,93 funta za kilogram, a większość krajów dostawczych utrzymała poziomy z poprzedniego tygodnia. Kolumbia była jedynym eksporterem, który odnotował pewne zmiany, zanotowano tam lekkie obniżenie o 1%.
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The depiction of fruit growing in movies presents a distorted and factually inaccurate representation.
2025-10-28 00:00
The Tatort episode "Letzte Ernte" addresses the issues that many fruit-growing businesses in Germany face on a daily basis: economic pressure in production, challenges in plant protection, the shortage of seasonal workers, and the lack of prospects for farm successors. The film thus touches on key issues.
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Producing legumes and spring onions in Egypt is currently going through a dynamic season, driven by rising and varied demand, as well as better weather conditions. Mostafa Yassien from Helwan Export stated, "We have successfully established year-round cultivation and export of Egyptian"
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"We experienced some late rainfall in September, so the size profile looks good on most farms."
2025-10-28 00:00
This year's forecast for the UK Jazz apple crop is around 9,000 tonnes, which is similar to last season. There are 27 licensed growers in the UK who produce Jazz apples from mid-October to early November. "This will be a typical year for Jazz apples. Last year was above average, and some orchards are slightly."
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Suriname is experiencing a decrease in the export of fruits and vegetables to Europe.
2025-10-28 00:00
Podczas gdy każdy lot do Amsterdamu kiedyś był wypełniony surinamskimi owocami i warzywami, dzisiaj przestrzeń na pokładzie samolotu pozostaje zauważalnie niewykorzystana przez eksporterów świeżych produktów. "Nadal załadujemy najwyżej 10 ton na lot," westchnął Swami Girdhari, sekretarz Stowarzyszenia Eksporterów...
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Ukraine exports fresh pears to Saudi Arabia for the first time.
2025-10-28 00:00
Ukrainian fruit producer Sady Dnipra has exported fresh pears to Saudi Arabia for the first time, marking Ukraine's entry into the Middle Eastern pear market. The shipment was made by sea through Ukrainian ports despite the ongoing conflict, according to company representatives.
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"Equilibrium of size and quality in Turkish Kirby cucumbers"
2025-10-28 00:00
Mimo pewnych trudności pogodowych wiosną, produkcja tureckich ogórków Kirby pozostała zrównoważona w tym sezonie, zarówno pod względem ilości, jak i jakości - powiedział Yaren Karaduman, inżynier rolnictwa w tureckiej firmie eksportującej świeże produkty rolnicze Biberciler İç Dış Gıda San. ve Tic.
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There is a high demand for vegetables within the country, but prices are not meeting expectations.
2025-10-28 00:00
"We are approaching the conclusion of our campaign for eggplants, peppers, and cucumbers. Simultaneously, we are harvesting and promoting zucchinis in various colors and types, such as light green, dark green, and both flowered and non-flowered varieties. These zucchinis will be the main highlight of our autumn season..."
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