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India is set to import avocados from Brazil for the first time, aiming to address the high prices of the fruit in the domestic market, which range from ₹100 to ₹2,000 per kilogram depending on the variety. This move is part of a broader agriculture deal being negotiated between the two countries. read more

The multinational company, producer, and distributor of premium quality fruits and vegetables, received this distinction last Wednesday in the Tunisian city of Gammarth, as part of the celebration of the 21st. read more

Influencer marketing has emerged as a powerful tool in the modern marketing arsenal, with the potential to deliver impressive results. By harnessing the credibility of popular personalities to connect brands with their target audiences in an authentic and impactful way, influencer marketing has proven to be an effective strategy. read more

The Washington Apple Commission (WAC) has announced Michael Schadler as their new president. Schadler, who currently serves as the Executive Vice President for the Florida Tomato Exchange (FTE), the Florida Tomato Growers Exchange (FTGE), and the Florida Tomato Committee (FTC), will be taking over from Todd Fryhover, the previous president. read more

The agricultural sector in Turkey is facing challenges due to extreme weather fluctuations, affecting crop yields and quality nationwide. Unusual weather patterns, such as heavy rainfall, hailstorms in certain regions, and drought in others, have caused significant damage to crops, especially fruits. read more

Zespri has launched a global campaign aimed at encouraging people to eat better in order to address health challenges and enhance lives worldwide. read more

The garlic harvest began well, benefiting from very good weather conditions. However, the intermittent rains last week have been causing some difficulties in the final stage of harvesting the white and violet Spring garlic. Approximately 50% of the crop has already been safely stored in warehouses, where the... read more

"On June 1st, 2024, the estimated French cherry production for this year is 37,000 tons, which is 10% higher than in 2023, despite adverse weather conditions in May. This increase will impact all regions of France. The beginning of the marketing year is similar to that of the previous year. The production was affected by the bad weather, but the overall output is still expected to be higher than last year." read more

Vietnam's agricultural exports to Russia have increased by 48.7% in the last five months, with coffee, seafood, cashew nuts, fruits, and vegetables being the most imported products. Preliminary statistics from the General Department of Customs indicate that by late May 2024, agricultural exports have seen a significant surge. read more

In a significant development in the bio-based materials sector, researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand have innovated a method to produce leather using pineapple leaf fibers. This new material not only replicates the properties of real leather but also outperforms it. read more

The campaign for Pugliese Fioroni figs is starting with high volumes. There is an increase in the quantities of melons coming mainly from Mantua, both smooth and netted varieties. The sale of Italian peaches and Platicarpa has begun. The quality of Italian cherries is still not high, due to... read more

The little green parrots, originally from South Africa, with their innocent appearance and bright colors, have found a home in the countryside of Puglia for years. They are pleasant to see but less so to have as guests in the orchards; in fact, this species feeds on a variety of fruits: from cherries to. read more

"Over 5 months after the bipartisan commitment, resolved with an amendment proposed by the Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida, we are still waiting to be summoned by the Ministry of Transport to resolve how to comply with the new European obligation to ensure" read more

There are about 200 countries and at least 1 billion people affected by the desertification process worldwide. read more

In 2024, Moldova started actively exporting fresh apples to one of the most attractive fresh apple markets in the world - India. In 2023, despite a relatively low yield of apples, Moldova faced challenges in selling its stocks as Russia had banned imports of fruits and other food items from the country. read more

The mango harvest volumes in Israel for 2024 are expected to double this season, despite some damage caused by the early desert summer heat. Nir Harel, Sales Manager at Galilee Export in Israel, stated, "The mango quantities this year are expected to be double compared to last year." read more

The Associated International Group of Nurseries (AIGN®), now consisting of twelve members, convened in France during the last week of May for their annual general meeting in 2024. The theme for this year, "Moving ahead during difficult times," served as a focal point for discussions on how the 36-year-old company can progress despite challenges. read more

South Africa has granted permission to import various Indian mango varieties, such as Alphonso, Totapuri, and Kesar, after thorough regulatory scrutiny. This decision is intended to diversify South Africa's fruit options and meet the demand from Indian expatriate communities in neighboring countries. read more

Rynek owoców i warzyw w Afryce Wschodniej ma szansę osiągnąć wartość 1,3 miliarda dolarów do 2025 roku, z Ugandą jako ważnym uczestnikiem tego wzrostu. Prognozuje się, że ten trend wzrostu będzie kontynuowany przez następną dekadę. Szejk Mohammed Bin Maktoum Bin Jumah Al Maktoum z rodziny królewskiej Zjednoczonych Emiratów Arabskich zapewni... read more

A decade ago, Fruitnet reported that Israeli grape exports were declining. The exports fell from 7,000 tonnes in 2006 to 5,000 in 2010, and further down to 3,000 tonnes in 2014. The decline was attributed to various factors such as adverse exchange rates, seasonal EU-imposed taxes for imports after July 31, and price competition with Egypt. read more