Last year was particularly difficult for European Zespri growers due to extreme weather conditions, but in 2023, “the orchards are bouncing back with very promising volumes expected.” The French and Italian production of SunGold yellow kiwis went up by 25% compared to 2022 (+33% and +22% for
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The fruit guild has already begun to estimate the possible damage that the intense rains that affected the central and southern areas of Chile last weekend will have on the 2023/2024 season. read more

Yesterday, the first shipment of Egyptian strawberries arrived at Bij LuBa Fresh in the Netherlands. "They barely touched the ground. Customers fought over them; I even had to turn some away, but fortunately, we got another load today," says Lucien de Wit. read more

The Australian grape harvest started in mid-October in Central Queensland, these grapes are mainly for the domestic market. The harvest of the export grapes will start in January. read more

The state of South Africa's ports has become staple fare in mainstream media, as South Africans learn much more about the functioning (or lack of it, as the case may be) than they ever perhaps wanted to know. read more

At Stockholm's Friends Arena, 40,000 spectators watched with jaws dropping as extravagant hairdresser Frimpong performed an unexpected act during a recent match. In a striking display, Frimpong balanced a giant melon on his head, resulting in a viral sensation on social media. read more

Tooty is a brand for high-quality French products. It was launched in 1998, making it the oldest of the Aarsten brands. read more

It’s Thanksgiving week in the US and demand as well as pricing is very good for lemons. “During the holidays, there is always a celebration and lemons are included in many dishes and cocktails,” says Ronnie Cohen with Vision Global Group. This time of year, the company brings in lemons
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The 2023/2024 kaki season has come off to a very good start at the commercial level, as volumes have recovered and the demand and prices have been good. However, strong winds in late October and early November have caused some setbacks. read more

The onsite exhibition of the 134th Canton Fair concluded in Guangzhou on November 4 while its online platform will continue regular operation. read more

Chile is one step away from being able to export peaches and apricots to China with Chinese inspectors currently visiting orchards in the South American country. This is part of the final verification step where after the first shipments can start. According to Iván Marambio, the president of
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2023 was an extremely exciting year for Südwestdeutsche Saatzucht. Not only did they announce the takeover of the asparagus breeding programme from Nunhems (BASF), but with the new variety Rakete, alongside Ramires and Raffaelo, they have another variety that can establish itself on a broad
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A striking picture: fruit and vegetables placed without packaging in a toilet and bidet and, to the side, the same packaged products. "Which ones would you choose if you had to eat them? This is the provoking image conjured by Rocco De Lucia, owner of the Siropack company, commenting on the
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From November 2 to 4, the World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) celebrated its golden jubilee with a series of events at its headquarters in Shanhua, Taiwan. read more

The harvest for the Greek apples is just about finished. According to Matoula Katsika, export and sales manager for Greek fruit exporter A.C. Kissavos, there are lower volumes available this season: “We have reached the end of this year's apple harvest season. As we can see from the quantities
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In the face of conflict and extreme weather, the Crop Trust and the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (Plant Treaty) have pledged more than $100,000 (USD) to support at-risk genebanks in Laos and Sudan. read more

Located in China, Guizhou Province, Bijie City, Nayong County, Taoying Village is renowned as the hometown of Agate Red cherries. read more

Albania's National Food Authority has blocked a quantity of 20 tons of cucumbers, which contained more than the allowed rate of pesticide content. The NFA has carried out verifications in accordance with the legislation in force in the exporting subject of this product, where the immediate
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India has experienced favorable weather conditions ahead of their grape season. Amit Chopde, CEO of Indian fresh produce exporter Chopde Farms and Exports, is positive about the effects it’ll have on the quality: “India has made thorough preparations for a bumper grape season! We’ve been
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In a recently surfaced video, UFC bantamweight star Merab Dvalishvili of Georgia shows his versatility not only inside the cage but also in an Italian orange tree. The athlete, currently ranked No. 1 in the 135 lbs division following his victory over former champion Petr Yan, deftly and
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