Polish apple orchards were hit by frost damage to flower buds in late April and early May, resulting in significant bud drop across various regions. The situation was worsened by hailstorms in the latter part of May. Consequently, Poland's apple production for 2024 is projected to be around 3.4 million tonnes. read more

Juhayna's Amr Eltarabolsy is optimistic about the future of Egyptian citrus, as the company expands its presence in both the fresh fruit and juice markets globally. read more

NAV AERO Global Cargo GSSA Network has partnered with Oman Air Cargo, a renowned carrier with a reputation for top-notch logistics solutions and service quality. This cooperation is intended to broaden Nav Aero's range of airline partners, offering clients improved global connectivity and cargo solutions. read more

Na początku 2025 roku, Naranjasyfrutas.com, wiodąca hiszpańska platforma reklamowa zbiorów online, podzieliła się trendami wyszukiwań hurtowników, którzy kupują ten rodzaj zbiorów od producentów. Poniższy wykres przedstawia odmiany, których detalisci najbardziej żądali podczas pierwszych 20 dni stycznia:

At the beginning of 2025, Naranjasyfrutas.com, Spain's leading online crop advertisement platform, shared the search trends of wholesalers who buy this type of harvest from growers. The following graph shows the varieties that retailers demanded the most during the first 20 days of January: read more

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has announced that Gilles Duffaut assumed the role of managing director of its French subsidiary in mid-January. read more

Russia's vegetable imports increased by 9.9 percent year-on-year in 2024, while fruit imports rose by 2.4 percent compared to 2023, as reported by Rosselkhoznadzor, the country's Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision. read more

The increase in export quantities is attributed to production, as young fruit plantations come into production, more productive varieties, and the recovery from hail and flood damage in 2023 as well as favorable weather conditions. read more

There is a lack of planning security. But the problem is not limited to the USA. What does it mean for global trade and price formation in international markets when tariffs, for example on Mexican fresh products such as avocados or limes, suddenly... read more

Moldova's main fruit and vegetable exports to the UK include apples, plums, grapes, cherries, and various vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. read more

South Africa is planning to export 51.3 million cartons of apples and 21.1 million cartons of pears this season, which represents a 5% increase for apples and a 4% increase for pears compared to the volumes from the previous year. read more

Logistics has not only taken center stage in South Africa, but also within the broader fresh produce industry. read more

The coal exports, as reported by reefertrends, have increased by 21% compared to the previous year despite the limited supply in the domestic market. Romania was the largest buyer, significantly increasing their purchase of Polish potatoes as well. In the first four months of the season. read more

The time charter (TC) rates for Post Panamax container vessels increased by 111% year-on-year (y-o-y) in 2024, reaching 73,330 USD per day. This surge has resulted in a significant increase in newbuild orders and a decrease in demolitions, as reported by Veson Nautical's '2024 End- Of-Year-Report'. Click to enlarge The report. read more

Zaprojektowany w celu maksymalizacji produktywności, oferowania dużej elastyczności i optymalizacji wykorzystania przestrzeni, włoska firma GNA dalej definiuje branżę opakowań poprzez wprowadzenie modelu AV650 Twin, czyli podwójnego systemu maszynowego do pakowania wertykalnego. „Kompaktowy i wszechstronny, AV650 Twin to idealny wybór”. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project reported that carrot prices in the Ukrainian market have started to rise again. Market participants attribute the price increase to the relatively high demand for quality carrots and limited supply. Wholesale companies are also... read more

The United Arab Emirates has become the leading importer of Pakistani mangoes, according to a report by the Ministry of Commerce presented to the National Assembly. Over the course of five years, the UAE has imported mangoes worth $159.74 million from Pakistan, solidifying its position as the top destination for this fruit. read more

On January 18, Dole and Changchun Eurasia Group hosted a vibrant New Year's event at Changchun Eurasia New Life Shopping Plaza. The event featured top-notch, nutritious fruits and vegetables, promoting energy and wellness for the upcoming year. Interactive games were organized to create a festive and engaging atmosphere. read more

The horticultural trade fair IPM Essen will take place from 28 to 31 January 2025 in Essen, Germany. In the BIZZ Holland stand in hall 8, located at entrance 'Ost' of the fair complex, 40 companies from different tree nursery centers in the Netherlands will collectively showcase their products to the public. read more

On Friday, January 17, 2025, and Saturday, January 18, 2025, a rapidly intensifying Afro-Mediterranean cyclone named Gabri swept across the southern regions of Italy, particularly Sicily and Calabria, and passed over Sardinia. The storm continued to impact the northern regions of the country, where it... read more

For 95 years now, Môreson Trust has been located at the foot of the Hottentots-Holland Mountain in the Vyeboom Valley, Western Cape, South Africa. The family business, which cultivates apples and pears on approximately 150 hectares, originally began as a tree nursery around 100 years ago. It later relocated to its present location. read more