According to EastFruit analysts, Ukraine has recently taken a huge step towards becoming the world leader in exports of frozen raspberries, which is amazing as it is happening despite the Russian aggression in Ukraine. Over the past five seasons, the volume of frozen raspberry exports from
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After a period where small fruits were the favorite, consumption of bunch (smooth round) tomatoes is on the up once again. They are appreciated by producers and consumers who perceive it as part of the Italian culinary tradition both in Italy and abroad. read more

Small-scale farming is still dominant in Lebanon. More local and overseas investment in the professionalization of horticulture is needed and factors such as the favorable climate and fertile soil are attracting these investors. But the current model also offers opportunities, says Moussa M. Zgheib. read more

PopFest is taking place again in the Netherlands from 25 to 29 September 2023. Pop Vriend open their doors for growers, distributors and partners to discover the newest varieties and latest innovations. PopFest is the place where everything comes together. The fields, our focus, food for thought
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South Africa now has access to export fresh avocados to China, all that remains to be done is make sure the industry has everything in place, such as the registration of farms and packhouses and that the fumigation process is in order. read more

According to a recently published study implies that the women in the study who followed the Mediterranean diet, which included extra virgin olive oil and walnuts, during pregnancy had improved cognitive and social abilities in their two-year-old children. read more

The Flemish Agricultural Marketing Board (VLAM) was recently wholly focused on promoting Belgian food products in Vietnam. That was during a trade mission led by Minister President Jan Jambon. From September 10 - 16, some 40 business leaders and export managers represented Flemish exporting
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Now that the summer vacation is over in Belgium, bushel carrot demand is gradually increasing. That is according to Tom Desmet of Desmet Agro. The company is currently in the thick of that season but also grows potatoes, onions, leeks, and various cabbage varieties. "With the last few weeks' hot
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Turkey’s fresh fruit and vegetable exports increased by 16 percent in January-August from a year ago, exceeding $2 billion. Tomatoes exports took the lead among all produce with $351 million in the first eight months of the year, rising 34 percent on an annual basis. Tangerine shipments to
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Only five years after its birth, Logofruits has become the largest blueberry producer in Portugal and one of the largest in Europe. In addition to growing and packing fruit for famous supermarket chains in Northern Europe and Spain, Logofruits now also lends its services to the Portuguese blueberry market.
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The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food has forecast that Spain will produce 5.754 million tons of citrus in the 2023/2024 campaign, which began on September 1. This figure, obtained from information provided by the main producing autonomous communities, is 0.4% higher than the
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The 'Catimon' is a mango variety of Thailand, producing fruit round the year in the region, including its vast Barind tract. Experts said the tree of exotic variety contains mango and flower or budding simultaneously giving yield three to four times in a year against the single one of the
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Vietnam’s cashew exports in August alone reached a new record high of 60,580 tons worth US$333.83 million, according to figures released the Ministry of Industry and Trade. read more

After a campaign with both field and consumer prices quite high compared to previous years but with citrus export levels among the lowest ever (just 3,000,000 tonnes), Spain is facing a new harvest campaign that in the
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In just five years since its start-up, Logofruits has become the largest blueberry producer in Portugal and one of the largest in Europe. As well as growing and packing fruit for well-known supermarket chains in northern Europe and Spain, Logofruits also provides packing services for wholesalers
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A few places are still available for those who wish to attend the Spain Food Nation Summit in London on the afternoon of 28 September. read more

German breeder Europlant Pflanzenzucht GmbH has established a subsidiary in Spain to expand its market presence in the Mediterranean region. From this season, Europlant España Semillas S.L. is responsible for the distribution of modern and high-performance potato varieties in Spain. read more

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Planasa has been acquired by German EW Group in a deal worth €900 million. Planasa, based in Navarra (Spain) is a world leader in obtaining and propagating various varieties of berries and other vegetables such as garlic, asparagus, and avocados, supplying customers in more than 25 countries. read more

Leading Australian fresh produce grower-packer-marketer Costa Group has announced an update to the acquisition proposal received from Paine Schwartz Partners (PSP). read more